The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by Mike_Adams:
I think it is a very interesting take on the challenge. I am surprised to find that I have an issue with the look of this shot. While it is visually appealing, I do have a problem with the infrared look on a challenge for the everyday. This isn't how we see this or any other bench any day let alone every day. Ok, said that part now I want to talk about the shot because my opinion on that matters little to you, you probably would rather hear what I think of the technicals on the shot. The primary focus of the bench and the flowing/weeping tree in the foreground is excellent. The trees in the background to the right are almost completely blown out in my opinion and grab they eye. The only other critique would probably be some noise issues in the sky.

The 5D Arrives
by 2mccs

Comment by W.R.Miller:
Isn't it the truth that when new camera stuff comes in the mail, paper and packaging goes a-flying and you just can't get to the goods fast enough. LOL!!!

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by KarenNfld:
A lovely scene. A bit noisy in the sky and I get the feeling it could use a bit more contrast.

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by cynthiann:
beautiful!

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by BAMartin:
This is stunning, and fill the wabi-sabi criteria better than any other photo in this challenge. My choice for the blue ribbon.

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by VictoriaSecretGarden:
That's one frosty willow...

The 5D Arrives
by 2mccs

Comment by awelsh:
With advanced editing this pic would've looked a lot better with some sort of cartoonish or sketch type modification. Great capture though.

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by anindya:
great effect created.

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by mgsmith53:
Beautiful indeed. Very nice.

The Empty Bench
by 2mccs

Comment by Adian00:
This is truly beautiful. I'd be mighty proud had I taken this.