002.jpg
by eostyles

Comment:
I'm with Rikki here, grain doesn't seem effective with this pose and subject. It's not a "gritty" type shot... I'm not sure if that makes any sense. Composition is good here.

001.jpg
by eostyles

Comment:
Yay for trying something new! Not sure about the ghosting effect. I think it needs to be a different expression, a la 1987 senior portraits, or more noticeable or something. It seems to throw off the composition a little bit. Lighting seems kinda harsh as well, with stark shadows cast by the hand and on the face -- doesn't go with facial expression. Super cute kid, though.

I got my eye(s) on you.
by chikhing

Comment:
OMG I actually shuddered when I saw this. Fantastic macro - excellent DOF.

Stand Apart From the Crowd
by Gatorguy

Comment:
Lighting is excellent - good job isolating your subject and meets challenge well. Unfortunately, the image overall is a bit static - it's just a bunch of people standing around talking on stage, and there isn't anything super visually interesting like a good facial expression to hold attention. Technically well done, though.

medpc.jpg
by deapee

Comment:
Great capture of facial expression, sweetcheeks. The eye really makes it - you do a great "mean" face!

Still
by rscorp

Comment:
Returning for comment. DOF is excellent and makes this shot. Composition is very strong, and this image has tons of depth. Black and white was a good choice. Overall, a very good image that should do very well. Good luck in the challenge!

Bullseye
by jodiecoston

Comment:
Returning for comment. Super strong lines and bold colors really make this pop off the screen. The liquid sloshing to the right really gives this shot lots of visual interest. I do see a teensy bit of a break in the black circle within the wine glass reflection which makes me wonder about cloning, but it didn't affect the score because I had to study the image to find it and I'm not positive it's a PP mistake. Very nice job!

The Bellevue - call for reservations
by Refwhett

Comment:
Excellent toning. Too bad the sky is blown out, though.

Follow the Leader
by DrAchoo

Comment:
Excellent job here - colors really pop.

Place of Prayer
by kiwiness

Comment:
Excellent job here. Very strong lines in the composition, and lighting is terrific.