I took the picture through a modified CD holder to create a distorted look. Cropped. I put a red vignette on it. Levels and curves. A lot of futzing (especially when you consider the score I'm going to get!).
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Well, my first reaction was probably along the same lines as many of the voters. It's messy, abstract, doesn't seem to have a good focal point, and may be a stretch for the challenge. I think the title plays a very significant role in this shot. Without it, I don't think anyone could guess what the shot is. However, with the title, it is very creative, and a different take compared to the many Red Riding Hood entries. It is a clever idea, and I like that you experimented with the CD holder and editing to get a unique feel. I just don't think it compares to the clean, crisp, quality shots that DPC voters tend to adore.
As for the shot itself, I can tell it's taken in some sort of outdoor area, which fits the Riding Hood story, but the person doesn't look much like a little girl in a red cape. She appears to be wearing jeans, hiking boots, and some sort of backpack? Little details like that may have improved the score. Maybe a picnic basket too. I'd also bring down the spiral blur a little, if possible.
Your portfolio is filled with a wide range of shots. It appears you know how to appeal to voters, but also have a very creative, out of the box side of you. I applaud you for continuing to take these unique, interesting shots. It forces voters to look at shots they would otherwise pay not attention to. Keep it up!
Wow, I can't believe I beat this out for the brown! I suppose mine got more low votes for having a high "WTF?" factor . This makes up for CharlieBaker beating me out for it in the "Harsh Environments" challenge. Can you give yourself a Posthumous ribbon? I guess not because you definitely know who took it. I like the idea of the wolf's viewpoint. (Did Little Red really wear Levi's?)
OK....if this is seen by the wolf...then this must be a very skinny wolf because his (this wolf) vision is off and it will be hard for him (this wolf) to hunt any prey without getting dizzy. In fact, I am getting a bit dizzy looking at this...but I do find that kind of fun. :O) I have no idea how you did this....but the more I look at it I find it kind-of cool. Yep, very dizzy now.
LOL....very cute and clever idea and I "get it" *smile* However, my bet is that you're taking a beating score wise because it's not a traditional "perfect stock shot"??
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