Black Hourglass
by Anachronite

Comment by Cantique:
Nice picture of a spider but the subject was a person. I made the same mistake so I understand how it could happen. Lesson learned: read the directions carefully. So I marked it low but I like the water drops on the web and the big fat spider.

Black Hourglass
by Anachronite

Comment by saintaugust:
nice picture.. how does this fit the challenge exactly? sorry.

Black Hourglass
by Anachronite

Comment by Bud:
Exellent macro.

Black Hourglass
by Anachronite

Comment by ccasey:
I think you got this wrong. The challenge said "someone" -- I took it to mean a person. Great shot though--keep a relationship with that spider--I'm sure he will come in handy in the future.

Black Hourglass
by Anachronite

Comment by Philos:
You will be voted down with this picture...
It doesnt meet the challenge: We often remember someone for the little things about them or their personality.....

60 Years in the Making
by Anachronite

Comment by sonnyh:
good idea.

60 Years in the Making
by Anachronite

Comment by rob_:
Reminds me of Texas. Great picture.

60 Years in the Making
by Anachronite

Comment by christyrack:
Great old barn! Wonderful picture!!! 9

My Cuckoo's Nest
by Anachronite

Comment by inspzil:
Greetings from the Critique Club
By Inspzil

Composition - The choice of subject material for this challenge was a little questionable to say the least. I personally did not care for this composition due mostly to the choice of the sign. I also think that anything with a phone number should probably be left out. You must not have felt that way, but I can respect that too. I don't find this a terribly interesting subject. I can see the humorous approach you took to this challenge with this subject, but its not terribly effective to that approach either.

Technical - Its pretty flat on the whole. There really isn't anything done out of the ordinary with the lighting or the perspective. Its reasonably well focused and there are no real obvious flaws with the DOF or exposure. There doesn't seem to be any extraneous post processing which is always a plus to me.

Overall - I think the choice of subject was not a very sound one. It's cute for a very brief moment, but that's about it. I don't care for this photo and I think the only recommendation I can offer is to choose your subjects a little more wisely. Perhaps a blue wasp. Have you seen them? they are cool! Sorry I'm a little disappointed Anachronite. Good luck next time - Bob

My Cuckoo's Nest
by Anachronite

Comment by zeuszen:
At least you're not one to complain about the burden of 'moving'... :-D