I love Escher works. I've tried to reproduce his famous self-portrait in spherical mirror. I am aware that I could have done better but my time was limited. I expect a low score. Anyway I decided to submit this photo.
To answer some questions: I just put my hand in front of the fisheye lens after have activated the self-timer. So it seems to see the image through a reflective sphere.
Thanks for the nice votes and comments.
Are you kidding, this is the best Escher-like photo I've seen in years. I'm also a fan of his work and I've studied the background on your photo - that painting/wallpaper, the books, it's so much like Escher's! This should have scored higher, only 5 tens (one from me, anyhow :).
I find this to be quite intriguing. With your hand positioned the way it is, it appears as tho you are holding a sphere. I like how your facial expression fits the mood of the scene.
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: Quirky, self-indulgent and quite wonderful! The tones are excellent the distorted fisheye appearance is really effective. you and your background context are full of interest - lots to explore.
Critical stuff: Nothing
Overall: A highly interesting unconventional self-portrait.
There is such a great quality to this image. I love exploring all the tiny, surprising and gratifying treats: the star-flare trio of lights, the tromp l'oeil art on the wall, all the nooks and crannies. Fun!
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