Because I am in the League of Death, I entered a challenge that I wasn't very comfortable with. At least I got to try some new techniques! Expect this one to bomb though.
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Beautiful use of "rule of thirds". Outstanding movement of the smoke out of the frame to the left (symbolizing the past - that match is over and done)Great shot. 9
Well composed, nice and simple concept. I worry that compared to some of the others I have voted on so far that the "relatively easy" technical difficultly might prevent a high score
Nice idea, probably really difficult to pull it off in a manner that would produce a very good final picture. As is it's a bit on the busy side and doesn't really attract the eye.
Very nice. It's hard to get flame shots (at least for me, lol). I think the only thing I could comment on would be to have this a little sharper... and if I'm really picky to level the bottom match with your horizon line. Great composition and capture of the idea
Swee.t I really like your take on the challenge. Only quip would be the noise on the left of the curled match, but I am sure in blending that this is tough to get rid of. I like that you chose a unique subject and made it work. Well done. 9.