Checkmate!
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by jeger:
Greetings from the Critique Club...

I was not able to vote on this challenge, but if I had, I probably would have given you a 5 or 6.

My first impression is that I like the colours and contrast as they are very strong. The composition feels a little busy. The three most important pieces are the two in the foreground, and clear piece in the middleground. The pieces in the background are a little distracting. Perhaps if they were smaller pieces such as rooks, they would not grab our attention so much. I think the angle of the board has room for improvement as well. Rotating the board even more might give this shot a little more drama. Overall it is an interesting shot, it just needs some more thought to take it to the next level.

If you need any clarification on any of my comments, please feel free to pm me. It might take some time for me to get back to you.

Light Geometry
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by Covert_Oddity:
Nice shot, the shadows and pillars seem to cut the passageway into little segments.

Light Geometry
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by jomari:
Nice rhythm.

Carambola a.k.a. Starfruit
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by jeger:
Greetings from the Critique Club...

I was not able to vote on this challenge, but if I had, I probably would have given you a 7.

Overall I think this is a great image. I love the backlighting and all the details that come through the fruit. I also like how the light creates a halo around the star. The darkness in the background also creates a nice mood. The crop you have chosen reminds me of a country flag because of the shape, as well as the 2 vertical lines. I'd love to see a version of this with a square crop. I think it would help keep my eyes from wandering away from the star. Great shot.

If you need any clarification on any of my comments, please feel free to pm me. It might take some time for me to get back to you.

Light Geometry
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by tanguera:
A bit cliche, and a bit too contrasty. I would like to have seen more detail on the brick columns, and less harshness on the light streams.

Checkmate!
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by pedrobop:
The bokeh at the background could be better and have more light. The horse looks OOF but your idea is great, just need more tweaking.

Carambola a.k.a. Starfruit
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by photokariangel:
very rustic, and makes me feel all warm inside

Carambola a.k.a. Starfruit
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by Yo_Spiff:
This is going to seem weird, but my first impression on seeing this was movie hero tied up to columns and struggling to free himself.

Carambola a.k.a. Starfruit
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by IreneM:
Beautiful.

Carambola a.k.a. Starfruit
by MsAmbrosia

Comment by bvy:
Brilliant lighting.