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Comment by JustinM:

Originally posted by timfythetoo: His image has only just over 700 views

And now it's got 1100+ Way to credit Larus for the idea! You did an excellent job on this one, congrats on the blue ribbon!

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Comment by Louis:
Neat execution and well presented. Making the inevitable Larus comparison, his retains the menace that the original idea communicates with his adult model, yours has a different message for me. Regarding using other people's ideas as inspiration, whether directly or indirectly, there is hardly anything wrong or new about that, and I'm frankly suprised it has to be mentioned at all, particularly when you openly acknowledge the original and even use a colloquialism to describe your use. I know that I have many photographs in my portfolio here and in my personal collection that is rich with inspiration from others' work. In my view it's something for all parties to be proud of.

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Comment by Qart:
Nicely done Tim! Unfortunate about having to explain yourself. We all get our inspiration from a variety of sources but the hard part is being able to pull it off in a convincing and professional manner. You performed admirably! You paid homage to Larus and said so... and I'm sure he's thrilled. I would be. Remember... In a room full of balloons, there's always going to be a prick or two. :)

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Comment by thegrandwazoo:
Nice Tim! Congrats!

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Comment by got2bgutsy:
yayyyy!! i'm so glad this ribboned! :) it was my personal fave...

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Comment by levyj413:
Congrats, Tim! It's a great shot, no doubt. And don't worry about the idea - you gave him credit, after all. Regardless of the idea, it's your execution that mattered.

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Comment by gwe21:
congrats Tim! I knew this one would blue, guess your still chasing that elusive yellow :) good job!

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Comment by elizadeb:
Congrats on a very interesting, creative, technically superb shot! You definitely deserve the blue! Bravo~

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Comment by SandyP:
Oh yes! This is a GOOOD ONE!! Very artful and creative! And you are RIGHT! Every photograph for all time has "been there done that" before -- but each new rendition of any photo has the touch of the new master! This one is very special. Most definitely a 10 by ANY standard!

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Comment by DJWoodward:
Congrats on a great shot. No problem with shooting your own take on a fine composition. Its no different than a musician covering a classic song. You took the idea and as they say. "made it your own"