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by MrYu

Comment:
I don't kwow if this photo would scare potential dpchallenge recruits but it is the most well known means of communication out there. I find the visual much more negative than the spoken word that can express astonishment, praise and even bliss. Excellent Challenge entry. You need two or more to communicate this symbol. At the risk of reputation and lowering standards, my artistic gut give you a 9. Great focus, loved the blurred background, get your nails trimmed. I'd thank you but you just told me off.

Sign Language - Bullsh**
by hlswilson

Comment:
What is so great about the art of sign language is the fact that you can say swear type words on TV or even on this dpchallenge site without causing a fuss. Very theatrical with dark background. Hand movement captured on still hides movements I've seen done with extra emotion. Great topic, excellent photo. Thanks.

Totem
by jonr

Comment:
Is this a totem or just a macro of a lock or something similar? Reminds me of Wilson, the ballfriend Tom Hanks tamed on a deserted Island. Very spiritual mood. I am an avid follower. Ten.
At second glance I enjoyed the blushed red cheek and the interesting lined reflection in the upper left corner giving the photo even more depth.

A sad horse
by mannjudit

Comment:
I prefer to call it peaceful, introspective or content horse. The lighting is spectacular and enhances the contrast between the whites against the dark brown bridle and eye area. I really get the idea of seeing a painted poney, especially with the eyelash whites. Great close-up 9. Thanks.

With Knobs On
by Sammie

Comment:
It was not the subject and cropping that nailed this photo challenge but the most creative angle of the shot. Spendid nine.

14.2% Of a Park Bench
by samtrundle

Comment:
Title reminds me of number crunching while sizing digital images for DPChallenge. I liked the reflection and lighting. The lines and holes taken at an angle created to my surprise little depth. I wonder if the expanded wishbone/sling shot pipe makes the illusion of the smaller holes to be wider. Thanks for the optical teaser.

Strings Attached
by taterbug

Comment:
I'm still looking for a great guitar to add to my favorites collection. I love the upper frames distant fading into darkness and the sunburst reds and yellows of the wood surface. The blurred high note frets was less appealing to me. My love for music bumps you up to an 8. Thanks.

My Toy
by chik0325

Comment:
The feint reflexion in the gas tank is clear and interesting. I can't bring myself to scoring anything less than a ten for a Harley. Nice clean photo.

Dog Parts
by kallen

Comment:
This part and angle shot grabbed my ribs with the form, the piercing stare and clear focus. I find it difficult to score high on man's best friend because they remind me of family pictures meaning so much to the owner but very "so what" to many of us. I enjoy animals but your skill is stupendous. Low pixel quality upper left corner and bland background lowers this caption to a nine. Thanks.

RIDE ON CAR
by kiwinick

Comment:
I'm sorry to say I'm not a big lego or plastic enthousiaste.