New Life
by Bud

Comment by arngrimur:
A good idea, the lighting is a bit to harsh and the background is rather dull.

New Life
by Bud

Comment by lawree:
I love the lighting on the egg

New Life
by Bud

Comment by koolaid26:
Nice idea! I love the texture to the egg. Great job.

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by Tuckersmom:
I absolutely love this shot - congrats on your placing - well deserved!

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by Bud:
Thanks for all of the helpful comments. I took this shot at about 6am one morning, when there were no people out. The slow shutter speed helped to get the effect on the water. I had gone out without any intention of taking the photo. In fact, I had to find a place to set my camera down and use as a secure surface for this photo because I did not have a tripod with me and the shutter speed (2.5 seconds) was way too slow for handheld. I snapped about 15-20 shots, but the very first shot was the best. This shot is of a slums in Brazil that is built over and along side the creek. Only some of the houses have electricity and none have indoor plumbing. During the rainy season, the water will rise above the wooden walkway and people will use canoes to get to thier homes. A very unique location and by far my favorite photo that I took for this competition. Thanks again for all the useful comments.

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by Brad:
Very effective use of B & W for this shot.
One of my favorites in this challenge.
Has the look of a village in the far east. Was it?
Well Done.

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by graphicfunk:
Congratulations on your 11th placing. This is a memorable image because it has everything that a critic wants: Good contrast, good detail, great composition and such nice subject matter.

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by vtruan:
excellent dof, sharpness and subject.

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by Tuckersmom:
Great shot - I thought about this shot a lot before scoring but finally ended up going with my 1st impression which was good -

Vanish into ...
by Bud

Comment by Blackdog:
A nice tonal image, plenty lead-ins, the river, the walkway. If anything lets it down slightly its the bland sky. I would seriously consider cropping right down to the roof of the second building on the right, just above the talest telegraph pole.