spider_eats_wasp
by TMStamp

Comment:
Unfortunately, access further in front of the spider was impossible due to a brick wall in the way. That would certainly have been a wonderful shot. On the other hand, you do see the thick mandibles plunged into the abdomen of the wasp from this angle.

Originally posted by willem: I would have liked to see the head/jaws of the spider, to match the title of the image.

collana
by primabarbara

Comment:
I really like the composition and lighting of this piece. I wish the DoF had been a tad wider and the focus slightly closer.

Thither
by markwiley

Comment:
The colors and subtle blurring is lovely and well executed. The composition is great too!

For a reason unbeknownst to me, I'm thrown off by the differing shorelines on each side of the retaining wall...

Congrats on your ribbon!

Tear Gas
by Oz

Comment:
This is the best and most evocative entry. The B&W, the slight motion blur really immerse the viewer and make him feel the moment of tension and anxiety.

10 for me!

A Piece of Me
by RamblinR

Comment:
There's no doubt in my mind that this is my favourite!

The reason I'm not giving it a ten...? The floating puzzle piece could have a smoother and more solid cutout like the other pieces.

Great job!

Traditional elegance
by LandzEnca

Comment:
Wonderful colors! The only thing distracting to my eyes, is the white of the chair, which breaks the warm feel.

Congratulations!

Belly Dancer on the floor...
by lobrin

Comment:
Everything is great in this picture (colors, make-up, concept), except for one thing... The composition feels off.

If the intention of the photo was to highlight the interaction between the woman and the butterfly, the composition does it even less justice.

My eyes are drawn towards the bottom right where the strong and contrasting pink color is.

Still, the lighting, contrast, and exposure is spot on!

Good Morning...
by Marika

Comment:
That's one beautiful model! Very nice composition, subject pose, and colors!

The Ark
by gyaban

Comment:
We have a similar looking sight in Quebec, Canada, in the Gaspésie region. It's called Rocher Percé.

Beautiful shot! Very creative composition!

Making a Connection
by Insomniac

Comment:
Wow. I'm surprised! This was my favorite one of the lot!

Very nicely done!