Gothic Illumination
by redmoon

Comment:
Lovely composition. Nice capture of the general atmosphere. Seems to me like an overuse of Neat Image (missing textures on the pillars?). Nice shot overall and above average. Works for me. 7

tulip time
by ursula

Comment:
Gorgous composition! One of the best flower shot I have ever seen! And I admit, I am not too keen on flower shots... But this one talks to me a lot! Bravo! My only negative comment is that I wish there was more visible and in focus texture on the petals from middle to top of the photo, like the texture we see from middle to bottom. But appart from that nick, just great! 8

Racing to the top!
by kosmikkreeper

Comment:
hehehehehehe.... ;-)

Photo
by DrJOnes

Comment:
Thanks all! I didn't think this would get me a ribbon , but it's always a welcmoed surprise.
Been busy way too much... I'd love to come back to DPC more often. We'll see...
Keep shooting!

Hypnotic Stare
by librodo

Comment:
Gorgeous portrait! Absolutely lovely!

... to drinkable water whenever I want it...
by kosmikkreeper

Comment:
Bravo Mr. dudefriend!!! !!!!! YAYYYY!!!

Honey! I can explain!!!
by kosmikkreeper

Comment:
Congrats Mr. Dude!

soft sun
by DrJOnes

Comment:
Thanks everyobody! I appreciate the positive feedback. The ribbon feels good too, I have to admit!

In response to magnetic9999's question regarding compromise and photography, I didn't compromise in this B&W photo. I understand it looks a lot softer than my previous entries on DPC, and it is, but traditional B&W nude photography is also part of what I like to explore in photography. After the "controversial" COVER photo I submitted (yellow tiny bikini), I wanted to show that it was also possible to shoot a conventional and classic photo with the same not so conventional but still very classy and lovely model. The NUDE challenge was probably the best challenge I could use to show that because I wouldn't be penalized for the skin factor. The photo being of a softer nature also helped.

With my submissions on DPC, I'll have to admit I like to stir up discussions. I think awareness, curiosity and being open minded are key elements to a good photographer. In this field of work, you learn all the time, all your life. Even though you may specialize in a specific theme, or to the contrary, may avoid exploring specific photography themes for x reason, as a photographer it is important to stay open to others in order to learn. Conventions must fall in order to stay open. It doesn't mean we need to like and support everything. But by being aware and receptive, we allow ourselves the great opporunity to learn from one another. DPC is a special place because it gives photographers the unique chance to meet with one another and share. Even though it is done in a virtual world, the basis of being able to exchange ideas, share our work, and take part in dicussions with other like-minded photographers is very important for artists. It allow us to evolve and surpass ourselves in our art. It also allow us to question ourselves. And in the end, hopefully, it allow us to also evolve as a person.


I thank you for comments.
Enjoy photography, it is a great art.

Martin
aka. DrJones

Emma G. Nation
by autool

Comment:
Ahhhhh..... I see..... A rose, is it? Lovely! Very suggestive! It works very well! 7

Not Your Average Supermodel (nude no 3)
by SharQ

Comment:
Superb composition and lighting. All the elements of glamour photography are present in this shot.