You were wondering "wtf" with the reasons for your 1x rejection. Here's my take. I think the motif is a bit of a clichéd one, particularly for non-US [see my "ah-ha" edit below ;)], and especially European people (1x is operated by a couple of Swedish guys, and theirs is the ultimate decision as far as I understand it). This would have the most impact mostly for people with a stake in the subject matter, and would leave others cold. The lower photo may have been more successful with a crop to remove the bystanders to the left. The upper photo is a nicely done portrait with interesting depth of field, and your choice of duotone and grain is very well done. However, I don't really get a sense of the individual in the portrait, her motivations, her personality, or anything else. It's technically okay, but not impactful for me. I think you are essentially hurt by a subject that is a uniquely American subject, and you presented it to an audience comprised mostly of Europeans.
Edit: Of course, they're probably English soldiers, judging from your location, so I'll eat my words now. ;) I think the military subject, though, is what detracts for the average 1x Euro-photog.
Message edited by author 2009-12-07 12:25:06. |
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