I don't really know what a gardengoyle should be but this is an interesting interpretation. I love the serious look on his face. The black and white contrasts are really good. I like the symmetry with the plant stands on both sides of the man too.
Don, I did not vote in this challenge, but I recall this photo from viewing the entries. And I must say it is gripping. Nearly astounding. It has the kind of emotive and movement that is very rarely captured. I would have given you a 9, only because the Chase emblem is an unfortunate distraction. Into faves. Very, very well seen.
Damn. That's twice in one week I've given you an 8. What are you doing?? (And I thought this could have been Ed's.) Edit - never mind. I gave the other one a 9.
great photo - nice tonal range. interesting subject matter. the expression on the man's face really adds something. I think there's too much empty space up the top - a tighter crop leaving just some of that interesting tree at the top would have been better.