Just some lite skin retouching and contrast adjustments.
I wanted to show some movement, and bring out the gold. I had photos with her face but the gold got lost, also I like the mistery.
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Hi Chris,
Firstly congratualtions on a well deserved top 30 place. This shot has a very professional feel to it, much like the rest of your portfolio. You have scored very well in some recent challenges and I think that a ribbon is very likely imminent. Excellent work.
As I mentioned I like the professionalism in this shot, perfectly exposed with a good choice of model. The composition is strong and the intention to add movement adds to the shot. If anything I think that it could have benefited from a little more movement to emphasise this intention.
Interestingly you did not secure many comments with this entry, which may indicate that the voters found this to be professionaly presented but not offering anything really different. You are obviously talented and maybe you might experiment with the next model shoot to really add impact with a less 'standard' approach. (if that makes sense?)