Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by srbrubaker:
The pains we take to make others yearn for us - to inflict the pain of jealousy and envy - on those closest to ourselves. Yes. Perhaps the pain is more than that little pin prick when the hair comes out. Perhaps the damage is more than skin deep. A beautiful photo, clearly apropos to the subject, yet not perfectly obvious.

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by trademarxz:
Pain,a small price to pay for Beauty...

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by Glen King:
Nice treatment of the challenge. Great lighting and composition, the focus is spot on.

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by nabeehq:
brilliant idea, altho very calm for someone who's about to face pain. A solid white background would've been betteri think. Very good lighting coordination. but the best thing about the pic is her stunningly beautiful face.

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by Tiberius:
A plain white background would have enhaced the picture Good luck

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by boesepetra:
I see more the pain that society puts us through to keep up appearances...

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by graphicfunk:
Yes, self inflicted pain is part of the vain trip. Good capture with lighting that highlights the concept. 6 on my initial first view.

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by thomaspeople:
Is she going after an eye?

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by Montereykiddo:
LOVE this image. It joins my favorites. Congrats on aa truley amazing job. Lighting A+
Composition A+
Theme B- Pain isn't clearly defined in this photo. Her expression actually looks pleasant and relaxed.

REGARDLESS, a very nice image.

Moments before "Pain"
by Xilebo

Comment by cosmic:
It doesn't hurt :P