Comment by Silent-Shooter: Haven't seen all the shots yet but this is my pic for the front page so far. Composition is more in quarters than thirds (on the vertical) and the tree is a little central. Not sure what other composition options you had though...
Lovely shot and great work both in technique and PP
Comment by KristinaG: I voted earlier, but I just have to come back and comment.
This is my favorite photo of the challenge and I sincerely hope it gets the blue ribbon. The contrast between the city and rural area is masterful and its just a fantastic editing job all around. I am trying to figure out how you exposed this so wonderfully that the "rural" is bright enough, but the city not overexposed. Just an awesome job all around.
10 and fav from me