The Early Years of a Master
by LandzEnca

Comment by Lydia:
Had given this an 8... but bumping it up to a 9. I love the pop of red on the black.

The Early Years of a Master
by LandzEnca

Comment by tanguera:
Such a wonderful portrait. Great lighting, subject, composition. I may have selectively shifted the color on the box of objects to make the red just a bit different from the rest (so it would stand out more). And with so much attention to detail, the floor covering is not at the level of the rest of the image. It might have helped if the reflective board the box extended all the way to the bottom edge, or not to be used at all. Likewise, the carpet he's sitting on should either have filled the space behind him , or been more clearly an intentional (to make it more of a magical/ceremonial piece). As it is, it draws attention to itself for no reason, and isn't all that attractive.

All the above to be taken with a grain of salt as personal taste.

The Early Years of a Master
by LandzEnca

Comment by Garry:
The reds in this picture are killer! Especially the glossy color on the kids' wrap. But I think it is very nicely balanced with the muted tones of the carpet and the boys skin, giving it a nice even feel. Outstanding -- top 3 in my list with a score of 8!

The Early Years of a Master
by LandzEnca

Comment by Ductyl:
Excellent shot! I see a ribbon in your future!

Angry Duck
by LandzEnca

Comment by colorcarnival:
lol! so how many points did you get? did you knock set off the right chain reaction? funny and clever :)

Another Lonely Night
by LandzEnca

Comment by Lydia:
The focus being so far away and so many light objects in front of it... doesn't work very well for me. To me, the far left edge chair arm is where the focus is...so it doesn't say "lamp" as well to me as it could have. But, I'm only one opinion. :)

(not voting)

Another Lonely Night
by LandzEnca

Comment by bvy:
Nice atmosphere, story. Wish the candles weren't blown out (i.e. the highlights -- obviously the candles are lit).

Another Lonely Night
by LandzEnca

Comment by EL-ROI:
A person would have added so much to the story of this picture...

Angry Duck
by LandzEnca

Comment by Ductyl:
Awesome.

DPC Hat
by LandzEnca

Comment by FocusPoint:
Enjoy... and keep it safe. There are no other copies anymore ;)

Leo