This was the result of about 90 shots - some were good, but I chose this as the best - I've been looking into the rule of thirds, and powerful lines and new ways of presenting images - I played with this one until it just worked for me. Very little pp was done
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very nice photo! i feel the tilt makes this photo a bit more intristing to look at then if it was straight on. The lighting well placed and the slashed blue (bottom right corner) is well placed. i really like this photo and feel its in the top of this challenge if not a winner! good luck great job!
Initial impression: From an artistic standpoint, this works on several levels. From a technical standpoint, it works on several levels. Unfortunately, the combination of the two fall well short of being perfect. However, on commenting, a different impression is conveyed which puts the original rating into question. This is very good - the angle enhances the image and while the water could use a little more active and detailed, the overall effect is positive. Originally rated an eight, it is rerated to a 9.