Feed Me
by JJacobson

Comment:
Good idea, but IMO poorly executed. There is a lot in the photo that doesn't relate to your main idea (book, receipts, drumstick(?), spring, and other background elements). Focus on the fish is a little off, maybe due to glass which you might not be able to help. Composition could be a bit stronger (see threads on rule of thirds). Reflection of the light in the upper right of the bowl distracts. And a bit of work with levels would help, i think. Sorry to seem negative, but if you can go back and reshoot it keeping the above in mind, I think it will seem better to you.

Each Small Candle
by pottersclay75

Comment:
Simply outstanding!

Very strong composition. Subject matter has plenty of punch. Colors and levels are good. Focus could be a little sharper. And if your camera can handle it, a larger image would have been even more effective.

Among my top picks for this challenge.

Tolerance
by insteps

Comment:
Very risky photo in this forum.

I like the composition, colors, levels and DOF. Clearly there is a terrific emotional kick, and point of view here. Very well done. This is among my top picks for this challenge.

Clouds
by soccerrocker1989

Comment:
Very nice sunset. Unlike a lot of shots in this challenge, this photo has a lot of interest. The usual clouds draw my attention and create a sense of motion which contrasts nicely (both in color and sharpness) with the silhouetted ground. this is among my top picks.

He loves me, he loves me not...
by dwterry

Comment:
Very nice job. Among the best of this challenge. Subject, focus, colors are all virtually perfect. They do a nice job of conveying an emotional punch.

There may be NONE for future generations
by fluxn

Comment:
I hope your title is wrong!

Very strong composition. Contrast and levels are superb. Weak tie in to theme. Among my top picks.

To be Touched by God.
by vtruan

Comment:
Probably a risky title in this forum but I liked the picture well enough to put it in my top 10. Simple, but nicely framed and exposed. High aspect ratio works well full size but makes for a poor thumbnail.

Hope for Wind
by DefyTime

Comment:
Excellent comp. Colors, focus and DOF work. There's even a loose tie in to the theme, for a change. Good picture and among my top 10.

Hope for rain?
by cathysapp

Comment:
Very very nice. I love the contrast between the meadows and the trees. The banding composition (1/3 sky, 1/3 mountains, and 1/3 meadow ... more or less) is effective. The subtle rainbow is a nice touch. I like that the DOF giave some grass in the foreground. Among my top picks.

beautifull
by akyros

Comment:
I have no clue about the tie in to the "hope" theme, but I know I like the picture. Great water texture, colors and focus. Silhouettes work ok. Among my top picks for reasons I can't completely explain.