Balance in All Endeavors
by dswann

Comment by RulerZigzag:
Found this in the CC section:

This is just a perfect Light on White image, contrasted perfectly I think. I am no expert with shots like this, but know that from what I have seen on this site, this is really good. The subject of choice is interesting enough and delicate enough to fit the theme in this case. Its simple and makes for some good Bedroom or Kitchen art.

I like how you managed to keep the branch upright as if it was floating. The crop is also good, not too tight, and not too much negative space. The image could use more tonal range, there is some highlights on the leaves, but nothing too dramatic which is good for the challenge, but probably prevented this from easily winning a ribbon. Well done, and well deserved finish.

Contemplation of the Chosen Path
by dswann

Comment by IWhispered:
Nice setup and capture. The detail of the person is a tiny lost to me with as far away as they are but that's just nitpiking on my part. The grain feels very appropriate for this photo.

Magnolia Blossom
by dswann

Comment by jeremygrimm:
extrememly bright flowers against dark background

Garden Visitor
by dswann

Comment by Ja-9:
and here is looking at you!!! I am always amazed at the detail that you can see in these pictures...so very clean and crisp in focus...excellent

Turquoise Dream
by dswann

Comment by wesmoyer:
snapshot. nothing grabs interest

Contemplation of the Chosen Path
by dswann

Comment by npasel:
Interesting location for photos.

Balance in All Endeavors
by dswann

Comment by SandyP:
This is so zen (as I think of it anyway :) I am always especially drawn to white on white photography. It is so clean and beautiful. The little splashes of pink make it even better! Congratulations on 12th place. I'm thinking this one should have been on the first page tho.

Contemplation of the Chosen Path
by dswann

Comment by NikonJeb:
Awesome! Fabulous composition, mood, & processing. This looks like the blue to me!.....10

Contemplation of the Chosen Path
by dswann

Comment by Leo:
Use of grain adds to this image. The environment is gritty and the graininess enhances that. Nice job.

Contemplation of the Chosen Path
by dswann

Comment by franktheyank:
Fantastic drama. Well done.