A Crystalline Wonderland
by dequinix

Comment:
This picture seems to be missing something in my opinion. I don't know what it is but this picture didn't grab my attention. There may be texture here, but it is not something that jumps out at you. Nice effort, though, and I hope my comments may help you for the next challenge. *3* -balynch

Anchor
by drewmedia

Comment:
Wow--this is one of my favorites. Shallow depth-of-field was a wise choice in this situation. This wide-angle macro shot really exaggerates the size of the chain and makes the viewer wonder how big it really is. The surface rust provides an interesting texture and contrast in color. Very artistic, and technically strong as well. Great job! *9* -balynch

Revelation
by welcher

Comment:
I think the point of focus would have been better suited to the bottom 1/3 of the image. *5* -balynch

Ocean Echo
by puppet10

Comment:
This really doesn't fit the idea I had for this challenge, but it is texture. And it is in focus too. Those are two things a *lot* of pictures in this challenge are missing. *5* -balynch

Aged
by snoopy

Comment:
This is a nice snapshot, but it doesn't speak to me artistically. *4* -balynch

Peppers
by Alecia

Comment:
These peppers definately fit the test of "texture". However, it looks like you may have gone overboard on levels and sharpening. Nice composition, as well as focus. The exposure looks okay, but I think the shadows are a bit dark and could use some more detail. *6* -balynch

Peakaboo
by chariot

Comment:
The detail in the strands of fibers above the ears is nice. I think this may have worked better if there was something to fill the black space above the stuffed animal. Otherwise, it fits the challenge. *5* -balynch

Two American Icons in One
by daverx7

Comment:
Quite a patriotic picture, but I don't see texture as a primary element in this photograph. *4* -balynch

Sonex
by AnAUTiger

Comment:
The sponge provides an interesting texture. I think this would be more appealing if everything was sharp from foreground to background. *5* -balynch

Golden Maple Leaf
by evmariedogs

Comment:
Neat looking leaf, however, your choice of backgrounds could have been improved in my opinion. *5* -balynch