Temptation
by Tommy_Mac

Comment:
Good capture of emotion (regardless of whether or not it was staged [obviously...]) and looks right fundamentally. Not as strong as a few of the other entries, but still a great shot.

Touch
by mefnj

Comment:
This is just a very nifty image altogether.

Mystère dans les ballonnet
by brucedgates

Comment:
I'm not sure how you achieved this, but it's pretty fascinating. I like the monochromatic nature of it, as well. Very artistic, and a good abstract...if that's the correct definition.

Balloonaliscious
by MinsoPhoto

Comment:
Excellent portrait shot which gave me a moment of laughter, well done!

...as the ghost of myself just walked on by
by romanlatham

Comment:
I can't explain exactly why I love this image, other than it has a sense of mystery about it that is really intriguing. One criticism...that damn light at the bottom left corner...distracting as all hell.

Ouch !!!
by cirrasch

Comment:
Idea: Strange + Lighting: Gorgeous + Expression: Fantastic

That looks like an equation for an 8/10 image to me.

light up the world
by jcar

Comment:
Clever! I used a similar idea for my "Things that Go Together II" entry. A lovely, crisp silhouette.

My only comment is this: The "light coming from the balloon" is made less realisitic by the lack of light on this gentleman's face. It's obvious he has no light near him, yet he is holding this incredibly bright balloon. Just my two cents, it's a great shot.

Mine! Mine! Mine!
by garryyoung

Comment:
This is precious and an excellent choice for this challenge. The B&W conversion only lends more strength to an image that says a great deal. A rare opportunity to use selective color and not get berated for it. (I hope that's the case, otherwise, for shame!)

Looking Up
by markwiley

Comment:
Awesome. I love the streaks of water around the bottom of the balloon, and the particles jumping out. Those items really show the quality of detail you've surrounded your subject with, keeping it intersting. The strong shape of the balloon is immediately intriguing to the eye.

9/10.

Be Someone's Sunshine
by sjhuls

Comment:
Wondeful composition, and while the story may be instantly clear and a simple one, it is still poignant.

Great job! 9/10.