Crop, usm, selective colour, colour balance, Brightness/contrast, resize, border, usm save for web
Only having the on camera flash I got the background shadows. Because of the first shutter flash, and selective colouring change, they have been minimised. One day I will get a lighting system.
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OK, I was never so far from average rating with my highest rated photo. I gave it 10 not because of its pink border or harsh shadow, but because I was involved with such a subtle, emotional and sudden personification of this training mashine (I guess) not to notice weak technical points. Those big innocent eyes, delicate hug of the thing (human side is a bit artificial) - I was completely indrawn. I realy liked it - thank you.
Ummm, who is doing the dreaming here? Really strange image. I'm thinking I should call the cops, but who is really getting harmed? ;) Strange (as I shake my head). I think you used the 'ghostly' technique well here. I would have liked the color cast to be a little less pink but that's a personal choice.
hahah. it took me a while to get this - it's clever! if you could have avoided casting such a strong shadow on the wall, I'd like it better - but conceptually this is very good.
Took me a moment to see it. Very clever. Interesting use of exposure. Would have prefered to have the backdrop further back to prevent the immediate show outlines of the subject. Well done.