This shot is growing on me. Technically, I think this is fine work. Good focus, nice framing and has multiple textures well displayed. It is a bit "plain", but does have interest. Still, score unchanged, started 7.....Swash
Your photo is very interesting, but there seems to be too much contrast. It makes it hard to pick out the subtlies of color and texture that must be there.
Composition9 Originality7 Technical Aspects6 Meets Challenge9 Total Score8
For those that are just learning, like me.
Composition: Scoring in this area is based on basic composition of a picture and includes the rule of thirds, balance, cropping, and curved and diagonal lines. Subject matter that does not lend itself to the picture or otherwise unwanted is also considered here.
Originality: Scoring in this area is based on pictures or concepts that I have seen, as well as how much effort you have invested in the picture. Usually a little something that sets it aside from a snapshot. Does it make me want to come back for another look? You know things like that.
Technical Aspects: Focus, exposure, lighting, and other special effects (done by the camera), and post processing are all considered in this category.
Meets Challenge: This is based on my interpretation of if you, have/have not, met the challenge. This is fairly simple but quite important for this site.
There are many sites that can give you assistance in achieving better skills in photography, but I think the best way to learn is to take pictures and show them to other people. Believe me when it is a good one you will know it.
An interesting photo from a very ordinary object... Brown is usually kind of a dull color to me, but you've managed to make it look rich and warm. Nicely done.