Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by Teafran:
Crisp, sharp with all technical aspects controlled and properly presented. From an artistic standpoint, the image feels overly tall and could have used a crop of the top - the large amount of blankspace detracts from the intent of the image as explained by the image's title. Under rated on the first ratings pass, this image is rerated from a 6 to a 7 for it's technical competance.

Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by justine:
Great entry for this challenge. Excellent.

Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by hesitant:
a bit spooky (depending on your imagination)

Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by DCMAN363:
Good courage, I feel scared to get in open water when it's dark. This post could have been used for COURAGE as well...

Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by kaiser_chief:
A different image and not what I was expecting from this challenge. It appears that the swimmer is in broad sunlight, which makes the darkness in the top of the image seem out of place. I like the idea, but feel that the overall result does not have the overall impact that it could have.

Into the Darkness Of the Unknown
by JeffryZ

Comment by michaelmonn:
one of my favorites of the challenge. it really speaks to me about the emotions evoked by darkness when referring to the vastness of the ocean. AMAZING capture of a very tangible concept.

Japan in Miniature
by JeffryZ

Comment by ELLIPS:
Interesting and unusual subject, but I find the lighting very poor and flat

Japan in Miniature
by JeffryZ

Comment by Teafran:
Minimalist with rather strong elements of impressionism, this type of photographic imagery is always appreciated. The image is crisp, sharp and properly framed and composed - a technical success in every way. From an artistic standpoint, it has significant impact being rich in monotone texture and gradients along with excellant detail. A perfect demonstration of the power of properly controlled light and focus. A top ten image and a very strong contender for a ribbon. Well done.

Japan in Miniature
by JeffryZ

Comment by cup4tml:
a bit dark

Japan in Miniature
by JeffryZ

Comment by rlmichael:
This is a little dark,and flat. Maybe a levels adjustment would have helped, or some fill light when you took the shot. Good luck, Mike