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06/27/2007 06:01:55 PMPost actions
Technicals: sharp, nice DOF, composition is reasonable for an abstract. The lighting is good, but not great. It is not dynamic at all. There is no interaction with the subject. We just get full on, no shadow, light. I seem to feel we could get a bit more with some increased contrast or angular light.
The feel: See lighting. I think this is what hurts the shot and keeps it from gaining a "wow" factor. The shot also lacks a "flow" or "feel". Abstract shots need something interesting in shape, color, or texture. This shot is too homogenous in all three across the canvas.
The game: You were rewarded for good technicals, but hurt by there not being a flow or feel to the shot.
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Comments Made During the Challenge
06/26/2007 11:03:58 PMPost actions
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06/24/2007 11:48:57 PMPost actions
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06/24/2007 04:00:49 PMPost actions
Love the color and textures. A ribbon? Reminds me of those corn snacks.. I can't remember their name though.
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06/24/2007 11:50:57 AMPost actions
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06/24/2007 05:54:25 AMPost actions
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06/24/2007 03:58:33 AMPost actions
ruffles on a brides maid dress once worn by Zsa Zsa Gabor?
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06/23/2007 03:10:36 PMPost actions
ribbons? like on a hair bow? nice detail.
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06/23/2007 11:44:41 AMPost actions
Material of some sort, like grosgrain ribbon sewn into loops/frills. Not sure it is enough of a "puzzle" for this challenge.
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06/23/2007 12:37:47 AMPost actions
The golden texture of a loofa sponge, man-made, of course at least that's what I think it is
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06/22/2007 04:53:50 PMPost actions
Folded napkins? Great macro! Color, lighting and focus are superb!
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06/22/2007 02:12:29 AMPost actions
cloth material, frilly, a dress? nice pattern.
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06/21/2007 10:52:00 PMPost actions
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06/21/2007 09:47:26 PMPost actions
Ribbon braid. Beautiful colour and textures.
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06/21/2007 05:16:14 PMPost actions
Noodles with cheese all over them just waiting to be eaten?
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06/21/2007 05:12:46 PMPost actions
Nice shot of noodles of some sort?
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06/21/2007 03:20:37 PMPost actions
sort of looks like some sort of loofa??? I'm sure it's not though
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06/21/2007 09:20:13 AMPost actions
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06/21/2007 08:50:07 AMPost actions
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06/21/2007 06:04:12 AMPost actions
Fabric or ribbon sewn as a frill for something. Bright, clear.
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06/21/2007 01:46:37 AMPost actions
looks like a ribbon ruffle?
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06/21/2007 01:09:39 AMPost actions
ruffles on clothing or a napkin? Or maybe a flower.... Whatever it is this is a great shot.
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06/21/2007 12:17:34 AMPost actions
floral something but the reflective surface makes me think it's some kind of plastic?
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06/20/2007 07:49:14 AMPost actions
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