Flow
by NodWag

Comment by Paul:
Aahh.. Dubai. It is a nice waterfall but when I've tried to photograph it, I've never found I could make it look interesting on screen.

I'm not sure you've convinced me it is possible.

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by De Sousa:
Stunning, perfect mood for a winter landscape. Great composition and colors. Congrats!

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by rooum:
Utterly stunning.

I Am Your Champion
by NodWag

Comment by NodWag:
@Nuzzer: Thank you (much delayed, I know...) for the detailed critique. It is very much appreciated.

@Dr.Confuser: Thank you, as well, for your vote of confidence and evaluation.

@All: I found all of the comments regarding the "tough guy" rather amusing as Derek is one of the most gentle and softspoken people I know. He's a big softie... He's just rather sizeable and happens to have a lot of ink. The carp, btw, are representative of himself and his wife, Kerri. Since this picture was taken, he has a new outline of a smaller carp in the works on his left forearm for Zoe... :-)

Message edited by author 2010-02-13 04:27:50.

I Am Your Champion
by NodWag

Comment by Dr.Confuser:
Underrated in my opinion. the juxtaposition of power and vulnerability is superb!

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by Dr.Confuser:
Truly a beautiful photo from a beautiful part of the world. I live here, so I know that from personal experience. Well done, and thanks for giving us a glimpse of paradise!

When you have time and when the weather cooperates, take yourself down to Rainier during the winter. It's a stunningly beautiful as your photo!

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by JerseyGenie:
Fantastic shot paired beautifully with a perfect title. Gorgeous.

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by Lydia:
Fabulous place and extremely well photographed! I'm so glad I'm able to appreciate it from the warmth of my home. Thanks for that.

Originally posted by NodWag: ...I am speechless. Thank you! I am incredibly grateful for the comments submitted as they are from some extremely talented photographers. The fact that these people appreciated the image speaks volumes. I'm going to enjoy this feat as I can't even imagine when I'll be back on the front page. Again, thank you all for the kind and supportive comments.

I normally will not leave a comment on an image that the photographer does not check the "This comment was helpful" box since I'm not sure if he/she ever even looks at them... so why waste my time when there are other entries whose photographers live for comments to learn from?

Anyway, your comment above leads me to believe that you do read them... just are negligent about letting folks know.

Congrats on your ribbon!! It's a stunning shot.

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by Rmac:
Absolutely stunning, this must have been wonderful to see in person. Congratulations!!!

Heaven Below and Hell Above
by NodWag

Comment by Mephisto:
I'm a sucker for snowy mountainscapes!
This was very well seen and captured!