This reminds me of something i can't put my mind to right now - I mean a particular photographer's work - in that tonality, that use of contrast. Great, strong image. Not entirely a fan of the oval border thing - makes me wonder whether the image wouldn't have stood by itself, without that extra emphasis on the cirularity - feels like you're over-egging the pudding. One of the more interesting and arrresting images in this challenge. Thanks for submitting it.
I like this shot -- the deep contrast & over-saturation are appealing, and the composition is great - but it looks just like the hardback cover photo of the book, "You Are Not A Stranger Here", which makes me torn about my vote: you are very clever in tying the sprial to the movie, but I feel the image itself is not "original." But should "originality" be a factor of my vote? And for all I know, you were the photographer of the photo on the book, so my vote is a 9.
This is a really exciting photo! Perhaps it would have been better had the stairs been empty, however i understand that may not have been possible. Overall i really like it!
I like the effect created here, but the oval border bugs me a bit.
Concerning the border: I like the concept and the framing effect, but the transition from black to photo is so hard. Especially when you see the shadows that go from black to blue in a nice soft way. I don't know if it had been basic rules legal, but a softer transition on the border (feathering it) might be preferable.
The image: The lines of the staircase draw me deeper and deeper. The people on the stairs give direction, add movement and flow, enhance the perspective and give scale. I think that even without the people it still might look good. The person looking upwards, standing still = interesting.
If you don't get a ribbon I'll be very surprised. This is very compelling and dramatic. It's so unique and innovative I can't stop looking at it. Love the saturation effects too. 10
One of my fave movies...and even though it's all misspelled in the title, I do like the photo. The contrast of the photo feels like the movie and the curve of the stairs add to it as well, but it doesn't have that wow-factor. If this place were totally empty, I'd imagine you'd get great shots. I'll still give ya a 7 for your effort.
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