Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by Angelis:
the text being in focus would of helped this shot 5

Damaged
by Wes

Comment by Quadrajet:
Great idea, perfect for an infinite contest! I like the idea of using tubing for this challenge although I can see that you had to use pliers (or a vise?) to get it bent around properly. Black and white was a good choice for this image, if for no other reason than it's a rather colorless subject.

I guess my only real critique of this image would be harsh shadow behind the tubing. It almost mimics the shape, which isn't a BAD thing but doesn't really add to the image (imho).

I hope this helps,
Quadrajet

Message edited by author 2003-11-24 07:26:33.

Damaged
by Wes

Comment by Miah:
it tastes metallic..

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by dwayne:
You should try to use alternative lighting to avoid the brightness of the flash when taking these close-up photos. I have found that a normal 100W globe works well when suspended above the subject (especially if it is a still)

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by dr rick:
The calligraphy is very graceful, as are the edges of the handmade paper. I like your photographic depiction of this art; putting the english word slightly out of focus puts the center of interest on the chinese glyph.

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by ScantyNebula:
theme : 2/3
lighting: 2/3
overall quality: 2/4

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by jonwam:
I like this onem and the top beeing out of focus is good - but to me the out of focus text at the bottom is a littel disturbing - but thats my taste...

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by Biliana:
Beautifully seen. and yes grace it is

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by Ornis:
Why not, after all, oriental characters are generally very graceful. Choice of overexposing and blurring the occidental alphabet is cleverand well done.

Tranquility
by Wes

Comment by rhipster:
Good idea. Shame DOF too small.