Ying Yang
by Yoodio

Comment:
This is one of the photos that really makes this challenge difficult, so good it is a a real pearl! It might be interesting to see what type of reflections one could get, but I cannot think of what could be done to better this one.

wrinkled cloth
by defrosted

Comment:
Very appropriate title and subject, but the harsh lighting (blown out highlights) and unrelated distractions on the left detract from this shot. Perhaps a backdrop would be more nuetral. Fill flash might help give a more even lighting.

Tree tulip
by Jonniboy

Comment:
Lovely! This demonstrates what can be done with B&W. Good lighting

The Look
by Remie

Comment:
It appears that the B&W challenge has drawn out the creativity in people, very good!

Smile
by jhcross

Comment:
Another great baby face, good shot! You might try a higher f/stop to get rid of the background or just use a backdrop. Overall this is a great shot and should score well.

Self Portrait
by BambooChica

Comment:
Nice pose with just the right touch of softness. Good job. I do think you could tweak the levels a little bit brighter (using a histogram) and the large reflections in the eyes tends to mask them somewhat (IMO).

back in the day
by connie

Comment:
I gave a high score for originality and setup. I wish that her dress hadn't gotten blown out. I'm wondering if an 81A or B filter might have allowed the texture of the foilage to come through yet give just enough dynamic range to also get the dress. Overall, very good job!

porch lounging
by svaleda

Comment:
Nice! I like the way the light plays on kitty's face.

Pondering
by darylbrown

Comment:
Good mood portrayal. You might try some additional, well positioned lighting could acentuate her face without loosing the mood.

Snail on dead leaf
by chariot

Comment:
Nice photo and an original idea that works well for B&W. What I might suggest, though somewhat reservedly, is a tough of light from the right and brush the little bit of dust from the shell and the leaf. Maybe a reflector would make an improvement, I don't know for sure about that. However, in my opinion this is already an excellent photo.