• sur le qui vive ~ in a state of heightened vigilance •
by Ja-9

Comment by Cyrilda:
The only thing I would have done differently, and mind you this is just my thoughts, I would have muted the greenery. The blue color is magical with the brown gargoyle sitting there overlooking the city. 10

• sur le qui vive ~ in a state of heightened vigilance •
by Ja-9

Comment by eniko:
Wonderful colors and depth of field and love the story the image tells.

When the Rain Starts to Fall
by Ja-9

Comment by Lydia:
Go, Janine!!

Maroon Bells
by Ja-9

Comment by GeorgesBogaert:
Very lovely picture. There's some green lens flare on the mountain that should have been cloned out. Otherwise PERFECTION!!! An 8 from me

• sur le qui vive ~ in a state of heightened vigilance •
by Ja-9

Comment by jagar:
I think this has been photographed at least a hundred thousand times in the last 10 years, surely there was something more interesting to photograph from above within 10 meters of there. I'm not being nasty but if you want to make a lasting good photo you have to think for yourself, go with the mistakes and find your own vision.

Maroon Bells
by Ja-9

Comment by flaherma:
Beautiful Colorado! Lovely image, the glow adds a nice touch.

When the Rain Starts to Fall
by Ja-9

Comment by sidpixel:
Hello from the critique club

An interesting image that meets the challenge

Most appropriate to choose one of the most famous landmarks in the world! This unusual composition is a refreshing change from the normal compositions we often see, it feels much more dynamic with the people and the bird. Its a shame there wasn̢۪t some level of water in the base of the structure to perfectly reflect the tower though I do like the subtle suggestion of reflection we have here. The tower with its head in the clouds helps to accentuate its height making it even more grandiose. Congratulations Janine on the high score and placing.

When the Rain Starts to Fall
by Ja-9

Comment by jomari:
Congrats Janine. This is lovely - a great job with every aspect of shooting and processing.

When the Rain Starts to Fall
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Comment by flaherma:
Congrats on the HM Janine. How wonderful to be in Paris, beautiful photo!

When the Rain Starts to Fall
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Comment by Neat:
Well look at you girl. Have fun travelling the world congratulations on your HM