I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.
Positives: The mood you have created caught me; I found I couldn't pass it by. You have a beautiful model to photograph and you choose to not allow her to dominate the image; instead you show her in a rich context, with truly wonderful light. With that choice you transport us from viewer to visitor - I get a sense of how the room feels; almost makes me want to take a deep breath of the Spanish air.
Critical stuff: I'd like to say the crop - I probably would have lost some of the top of the image.... but I suspect your ability and confidence has enabled you to make a better choice than I would've.
Overall: Supremely subtle; as much about what you haven't done as much as what you have. Excellent. |