Dew Shadows
by ellamay

Comment:
The color and details are very sharp, as are the leaf and shadows. The grass seems a little dark in the foreground but I think that helps with the contrast of the nicely rich green. It's a nice capture and likely one we walk past every day (at least during fall), and it's nice to be able to see a close-up, low-down shot to see just how pretty it can be.

nature's canvas
by Jasper

Comment:
The tone is a nice warm color and I think it works well with the texture of the tiles. I also like the softness of the shadows. The lines seem straight and do not show any distortion, which is good. I like the gradient color and the exposure looks good. Nicely captured.

Innocence
by inspzil

Comment:
This is a good low-key portrait. The light isnt too bright on the face and her expression is still captured, cheeky as it is. Part of me would like to see her be more fuller frame and lose the darkness/shadow on the left, or else have more negative space on the right to follow the path of her eyes.

Spider's Final Shadows
by adine

Comment:
The coloring of the leaves is simply wonderful, and the fine details are nicely sharp. The choice of dof does well to isolate the leaves, and I love the sun-lit spider thread leading out of the frame. It's almost a shame the spider shadow is there! It meets the challenge and has a wonderful autumn feel to it. Well captured.

Shades of Autumn
by moodville

Comment:
Thanks for all the comments! This was a last minute entry that I almost never entered because I saw some flaws I didnt have time to fix, but I liked it enough to enter thinking I would score mid 5's. Wow, what a surprise to get second! I guess sometimes you never can tell. Thanks again to all who voted (except the 2, boohoo!)

And Now, The Star Of Our Show ...
by GeneralE

Comment:
The highlight on the block is good, I could see this as being something seen on a stage, however, I'm not a fan of the carpet/fabric beneath it. It has texture but I think that distracts a little, making it look a lot more softer than it probably is, also the red blends in. I think a slightly different angle and a white or black 'background' would helped the image immensely. The concept itself is great.

Sunset Light
by sherryk471

Comment:
The color of the sunset is good, although I think there is a little too much tree on the left that masks the sunset. I would have liked to have seen a little more sky. The image also seems a little out of focus, possibly due to camera shake. In low light conditions it's best to use a tripod, assuming you didnt.

Lillipution Landscape
by shareinnc

Comment:
Are those mushrooms? I understand the reference and the dappled light over the ground is good, but I dont feel there is enough of a focal point to keep attention. The hue of green is good, I just dont really know what I'm suppose to be looking for or seeing.

Magic Windmill
by ChrisW123

Comment:
I've seen some really interesting photographs done with a laer/light pen, but I think in this instance the subject doesnt really work well. On my monitor the background still shows up as a very faint image, and there are quite a number of stray red dots floating around too. The idea was good, the execution not bad, the subject matter probably not the best.

The Faded Rose of Love
by Neuferland

Comment:
The candle seems very over exposed and the rose appears pixelated. It almost looks like photoshop effects have been added to it. Compositionally it is fine, and the folds in the fabric are a nice touch.