Pini Vollach - Dauro Valley - Portugal When this one first started to download it took a few seconds and my first thought was that it was somewhat flat. Then at the bottom, I was glad to see the road go off in the distance and see trees. These things added some depth and dimention. I like the way the rows are defined with the fence(?). A little less contrasty than I like, but nice all the same. Per Ofverbeck - Pulsatillas Beautiful violet colors and nice detail on the center flower. The frame is filled with the plant itself and makes for a pleasing background. Very pleasant to look at and enjoyable. Renate Volz - peace I got this one right away. When my dad remarried 7 months after my mother's death, I was so angry I flew off a couple of not-so-nice letters to him and his not-so-new bride. Later, when I went to meet her, I brought her a whole potted "Peace Lilly" as a way of expressing my acceptance. I like the way you have captured this developing flower. Someone mentioned the leaf surrounding the bud. That is actually the flower itself and will open to a beautiful white petal. Good job. D.L. Shipman Beautiful. What else can I say? The colors are exceptional and the focus on the eye, clear. I think I would like to see a little more detail in the feathers if it were possible. Charles Dias - Dead Tree Poor tree. So isolated. No wonder it died. (kidding) I like that you've converted this to b&w. It adds to the feeling of abandonment, isolation, death. Good use of contrast. But maybe just a little bit more. CM Roberts - Clown The thumbnail was a little frightening. Not much of a happy clown. I was delighted to see the rabbit in the bigger picture. It softened the over all expression of this one. I get the feeling he is protecting his fuzzy little friend. A great portrait, fine contrast. An inspiration. Thank you for sharing this one. Elson T. Elizaga - Butcher's Best I like this picture for an advertisement. The name on the plate says it all. For some reason, I'm craving a nice thick, juicy grilled steak. Can't understand why. (NOT) Mmmmmmm, great shot. Gregory david Stempel - Slideshow Another great portrait shot. Good coloring and contrast. I'm not so interested in what's on the computer. I'm familiar with slideshows. I would like to see the screen apart from the shirt behind it. A little PS might do the trick. Thanks to all who participated. And, Bob T. please come back. When I got over the little sting of your comments, I see you give me much to consider, and I began looking forward to your comments. They help me to improve my work, and I do love seeing your photos as well. I can only hope to aspire to your level of expertise. And I mean that in all sincerity. Shyrell --------------------------------- Melara Photography Studios Jonesville, North Carolina *Preserving Precious Memories* http://melarastudios.tripod.com --------------------------------- -- _______________________________________________ Search for businesses by name, location, or phone number. -Lycos Yellow Pages http://r.lycos.com/r/yp_emailfooter/http://yellowpages.lycos.com/default.asp?SRC=lycos10