lovely!
i really like this one. great idea, well executed, except probably for the carpet. It's too hairy! Something more smooth might have done better?
Congrats on a great shot. I really like this one. I think it was one of the most innovative in the challenge.
I don't think there's much that I can say that hasn't already been said.
I agree that something other than the carpet should have been used, but the soft texture of it does add to the hardness of the doorknob.
Also, having something behind the camera would have helped immensely. The other commenters mentioned a black or white background. I'd suggest a medium blue to contrast the silver. And also, as you mentioned, the scars on the doorknob aren't the best idea, but I don't think they distract too much.
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I really liked this image. It is striking when you first see it. Then, the more you look at it, the more interesting it gets. Well done. I think this should do well in the challenge.
that's a great idea...I wish you chose something other than carpet or whatever that wooly base is...the cackround reflections in the ball also distract, so perhaps choose a better location and this would be superb