The Farmer
by ambaker

Comment:
The detail in this image is wonderful, but I wish you had brightened his skin tone so it wouldn't be the same shade at the canvas behind him. His shirt also blends in with the food behind him. The overall contrast of this image is pretty good, but the contrast between the subject and the background is not there.

Working Joe
by michelaudette

Comment:
For portraiture, the subject is usually award that his or her photo is being taken. Here, it doesn't look like Joe knows he is being photographed. It looks candid, which the details of this challenge specifically say not to do. This really could have been a great image if the subject was engaged. The lighting could be improved, but the contrasting colors and the potential for the broom to be used as a leading line make me think this could have been a wonderful portrait. Don't be afraid to get close to your subject! He might say no, but he might say yes. Either way, he won't bite ; )

SIENA
by seasonsandyng5

Comment:
In case you didn't know, being confused with Manny Librodo is one of the biggest compliments you can get here. Congratulations on your ribbon!

Mad Tea Party
by doremi

Comment:
There are no whites in this image. The brightest parts of this image are actually light grey. You can compare the brightest parts of this image to the background of DPC to see just how dark this image it. With so much detail, it would also be nice if it were sharper.

Getting ready for a great BBQ
by davisambrose

Comment:
This is a very clean set-up, but I find the reflection distracting because it is pretty detailed and one of the brightest spots in the image.

Sugar and Spice
by retake

Comment:
I wish the light had come from the other side so the back of the book wouldn't be so bright. Such a large bright spot is pretty distracting.

"Noir"... Pocket Book
by tfarrell23

Comment:
I love the dramatic lighting. It perfectly matches the mood of image. I'm not sure the title helps though.

A Romantic Read
by dtremain

Comment:
I fail to see how toy help this image in any way.

out of the book...
by cyparis

Comment:
The background of this image should be white, but it's not. It's middle gray. That makes the image look dingy, which it not what you probably want to convey with wine and hearts. Some sharpening could also go a long way with this image.

Constant Companion
by sfalice

Comment:
I wish the background matched the subject matter better. Why would you put an expensive piece of electronics on the floor? A white background would have been cleaner and would have made more sense than a floor.