Just found this at the bottom of the heap. I was one of the 19 who scored this better-than-5. I was shocked to see it in the brown ribbon slot. I mean, I can understand it not finishing especially well, but *last place*? Ah, well, so it goes... *I* liked it :-)
Alas, a victim of the two second vote - blurry, grainy shot. 3. next.
This is an absolutely awesome shot. I truly did not get it either, until I read the comment about the face. Face? What face? After about 30 seconds, it dawned on me - oh - *that* face! The different orientation for the face adds to the time required for recognition (at least for me). Wonderful blending of tones in flowers with skin color. I also think the uncalibrated monitors out there hurt you too (mine included).
It's a bold photograph. Sideways orientation makes it initially harder to recognize, but then as the viewer grows more comfortable it seems to become more reflective, which is just right for the sentiment in the title. Like transport to another place and time. I am a big fan of ambiguity and uncertainty, because it seems to oblige the viewer to make some effort. To meet you half way. The hints of scrappy flowers are both disguise and motivation in this photograph. So, all in all, I like it very much. 9.
This photo has actually made me cry. I am sitting viewing it with tears pouring down my cheeks. Thank you.
Edit, I am now viewing this on my horrible work monitor - I can not make out the face at all! No change to my vote of 10, as I only ever vote based on my home monitor.
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