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Red for Prosperity
Red for Prosperity
davidus428


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Challenge: Affluence (Basic Editing III)
Camera: Nikon D100
Location: Chinese Temple, Cebu, Philippines
Date: Jul 27, 2005
Date Uploaded: Jul 29, 2005

Positioned the lady between two red temple columns. Color red signifies prosperity and wealth for chinese people and other Asian cultures.
Little bit of vertical crop to straighten image. No other editing.

Thanks so much for all your encouraging comments! Especially those 10's. This is my 2nd challenge entry. I'll strive better next time.

Statistics
Place: 15 out of 232
Avg (all users): 5.9632
Avg (commenters): 7.7647
Avg (participants): 5.7172
Avg (non-participants): 6.0850
Views since voting: 1278
Views during voting: 460
Votes: 299
Comments: 25
Favorites: 5 (view)


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08/10/2005 01:32:48 PM
I think this should have been in the top ten, it was my favorite of the group. Great job. Also I think you would have scored lower with the edited version. It looks fake, to much photoshop work. The original is awsome.
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08/10/2005 07:42:50 AM
Underrated by a mile. I think some people missed the meaning of your shot, which is clearly stated. People need to get out and learn stuff. Excellent work.
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08/10/2005 02:14:32 AM
I rather liked this photo when I came across it in the voting. I think for the most part the culture reference was one that some might have not quite gotten.

As for that edit version. I'm fairly sure the flare would have DQed. BUT I personally like the smoothed out look of her face from that Smart Blur. A few fine tuning adjustments on this could have easy brought in a ribbon.
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08/10/2005 02:06:03 AM
I believe that the flare, if it was added in PS, would have DQ'd this image. I didn't vote this challenge, but I really like your image. I suppose it is a little loose on the topic, but given the score its really not that bad. 15 out of 228 means you did something right :)
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08/10/2005 12:28:13 AM
Thanks so much for all your comments! Some commented my entry was not very "affluent". On the hind sight, for the sake of learning, I have an alternate edit. Smart blur and Lens flare added.

If I've done it this way, would I have gotten higher marks? or would I been DQd?

Chinese Prosperity

I need inputs so I'll know what and what not to do next time. PLease enlighten. Thanks

Message edited by author 2005-08-10 23:47:13.
 Comments Made During the Challenge
08/09/2005 10:10:32 PM
A most charming and deep meaning image. 8
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08/09/2005 07:07:41 PM
Like the color and composition
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08/08/2005 11:42:04 PM
Excellent image! I'm sure you're getting a few DNMC comments, but I think it does.
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08/08/2005 01:57:38 AM
best pictures, excellent
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08/07/2005 11:11:19 PM
This is a winner my favorite so far you get a 9. Every thing about this photo falls into place. The vertical line of the red pillar is straight vertical no slant. the models face is exctly 1/2 . The colors blend perfectly. Every hair is in position. I cannot say enough. Excellent. Thank you for this enjoyment
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08/06/2005 11:09:42 PM
This is my favourite so far. I wouldn't have known it was about affluence based on the image alone because I associate the colour red with love and passion. It's a great composition. I love this model too!!
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08/05/2005 03:19:43 PM
This is such a beautiful serene image...funny how red and pink really go together and the model is so beautiful as well..
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08/05/2005 01:29:39 PM
absolutlely gorgeous shot... I love the mood and the colors... the material wealth is reference is a bit of a stretch though.
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08/05/2005 11:50:45 AM
This is intriquing, simple, and has great colors - the model is beautiful and well shot. A little more contrast and perhaps a more descriptive element in the foreground would have been a 10. 8 from me. Nice.
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08/04/2005 02:35:48 PM
Your's is the best pic!
i bet u r the winner!
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08/04/2005 09:14:06 AM
This is just gorgeous! Simple elegance.
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08/03/2005 11:03:49 PM
Great lighting.
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08/03/2005 10:12:06 PM
Wow! That is a gorgeous photograph! The girl is just beautiful, but the red, and the composition are just so striking! Something about her peaceful look and her eyes being closed draw me into it even more. I just love this. 10
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08/03/2005 01:56:47 PM
Very beautiful and original entry.
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08/03/2005 12:24:35 PM
Nice photo.
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08/03/2005 11:01:11 AM
intriguing shot!...the closed eye makes it even more so....well done!
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08/03/2005 10:22:32 AM
Perfect composition and subject ! The red really makes this photo. She's beautiful and perfect for this shot ! 10
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08/03/2005 08:31:01 AM
A simple, enigmatic image which stands looking at again and again. 9 from me.
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08/03/2005 06:06:07 AM
The Affluence Challenge description says, "The opposite of the poverty challenge. Knock us out with your representation of MATERIAL WEALTH." This is a cut and paste message that I will comment on all submissions that do not seem to suit the topic of the challenge. Take note I understand this maybe just my personal opinion, and as such I only deducted 1 point from my original vote.
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08/03/2005 05:46:51 AM
Excellent one!
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