The DIY Arsenal
by Manic

Comment by Sonifo:
I like your idea, but the light is really strong. Did you try to use a defuser? You can get it at your local hardware store. Vote 6 Sonifo

The DIY Arsenal
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Comment by Marsha:
DIY ----took me a minute to figure that out! Very clever shot. Love the gold color.
They look dangerous!

The DIY Arsenal
by Manic

Comment by Turbotech:
Intresting

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Comment by Manic:
Quite a few of you mentioned the lighting, some liking, others not. The reason I chose it to look like it does is that that's how a card table *should* be lit! The strong light in the centre over the deck & the pot, allowing the card players and their cards to hide in the gloom :o)

Oh, and the reason I used 2p coins instead of £20 notes is that the coins looked better in the light, and added more colour to the scene, whereas the notes (which I did try) made if fell a bit flat ;o)

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Comment by PTLParsons:
Ever noticed how "luck" is a lady no matter what country you are in. Pretty good photo. I don't understand your choice of lighting but it does add mistique. Do feel there is going to be disagreement on your choice of focus point. But for me it is fine. Not exciting but a good shot.

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Comment by GinaRothfels:
You could have used a bit more light on the cards.

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Comment by Gracechild7:
Good job with the lighting.

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Comment by cbonsall:
a great hand wasted on a crappy kitty, now if they were £20 notes then it would be worth it.

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Comment by crabappl3:
Good layout and composition. Lighting gives a good feel to the shot.

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Comment by justine:
Nice lighting, beautiful coins. Well done. Justine