Contemporary Oranges
by pawdrix

Comment:
Cool take! But yes, agree somewhat abt the girl's feet. Somehow it makes a difference. Wonder how it'll look if selective desat was applied. Totally interesting perspective! :)

Message edited by author 2007-05-17 17:33:50.

Grandma
by gsal

Comment:
Subliminal portrait. Excellent tones - totally love it! :) Instant fav.

White Water Surf
by tinky2

Comment:
Superb shot! Love the compo and rather extreme contrast here. Congratulations on a well-deserved placing :)

Chasing a dream
by parallax

Comment:
wonderful crisp shot - the light was to your advantage here after all! Very nice take.

What else would you do on a Saturday morning......
by dougi555

Comment:
Most compelling sports story unveiled here! :) Easily the most original take to the challenge and exceptional masterpiece! Congratulations!

Icarus
by DrAchoo

Comment:
Mmmm, no surprise here. Knew I had it tough coming when I saw this shot during browsing. congratulations Doc! ... must be the magic of 5D ... ;)

The Manouevre - Over the Dune of Pyla
by elee3009

Comment:
Great to hit a PB again! Thanks for all the votes and comments! The shot was taken at full zoom from above the Great Dune of Pyla(highest dune in Europe). This image was the best aerial view I found from the web depicting exactly the extent of this wondrous natural formation. THat's why it felt like I was in the air as well. The place was a great find and it's a haven for parasailing and paragliding. :)

My alternative choice (below) for this challenge had brighter colour pop but I thought my actual entry reflected more the spirit of a sport in action.


Other outtakes:

Blind Pose
by Ben

Comment:
Very strong shot! Like how the mood transcends subject...

By In a Blur
by twmax

Comment:
One of the most original I've seen in this challenge. The colours and blur just work real well to depict movement and sport in action. Good luck!

passive smoking
by sevilduvarci

Comment:
Very very cool indeed! I like this a lot but I might crop the right side a little as to bring the focus of the juxtaposition between "Dennis Hopper" and the figure more into play ... if you know what I mean. Great take!