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ultrafictionComment by zeuszen: This truly f e t c h i n g image seems utterly misplaced among the sheer number of competing shots which do and cannot claim such metaphorical charge. The hidden face, the odd space, so crudely constructed, to which this transporting subject is confined are so convincingly r e a l , it is enough to wake anyone from his dream.
This credibility, so quintessential to this picture, is jeopardized by failing to exclude any distracting elements. I'm considering the idea to allow for the marked horizontal tilt, although perhaps to a lesser degree, for the purpose of emphasizing the subject over a t e c h n i q u e or dominant m a n n e r, given the artistic essence. The partial stall on the left, however, contributes nothing to this (IMO). I am convinced, cropping it would largely improve the photo.
I remain equally reserved about its soft focus.
The capture, really, gives no clues whether or not these imperfections are here intentionally or by lack of critical consideration on part of the photographer. This makes for ambiguity, an asset which would neither befit the essence of the picture not the wonderful poetic sense it communicates.
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