hey bod, late to the table i am, but this is truly an excellent image. i had no idea the s602 was capable of such sharp detailed macros :) since you got that camera you have been rocking lately. keep it up :).
LIGHTING: Brilliant. Thanks for explaining what you used! I was curious about how you acheived that brilliant blue shine. I LOVE the lighting, but the inside seems a little dark. Not enough to make it noticeable, I'm just curious how it would look with the inside lighted.
CHALLENGE: This met the challenge perfectly, and your ribbon was very well deserved.
SUBJECT: A pen holder? I had NO idea that's what this was. I think that's what makes it so interesting. I thought it was a very LARGE container, meaning your angle and focus were excellent. The effect is fantastic.
OVERALL: I know I'm supposed to honestly "critique" this, but I just can't think of anything that needs improving. Your award was well-deserved. You not only showed great technique, but an awesome eye as well. GREAT job!
Metals are real tough to capture correctly. You've done an admirable job... nice image. My eye wants the circle completed though. Love the repetative circles a lot. Great job overall... Dave
top three of the week.. I was wondering what the light would look like from the opposite side. coming through the holes? give it a try and send it over :o)