Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by magnetic9999:
idea and compo are great but poor focus lets it down. if your macro capability isnt up to snuff try putting a magnifying glass in front of your lens. mag99

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by brentley:
whew dead on for the assignment. great directional light

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by cutelikeabunny:
Being a writer/ artist this hits me on a personal level. I love the feel of a fresh piece of paper and an excellent writing utensil (I can tell that is a Uniball fine point, right?).

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by Marsha:
Cool shot. The shadow makes it! The pen appears to be a little blurred, which to me adds to the artsy-ness of the picture.

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by Gene L.:
Nice image, though a bit soft. If after a grainy appearance, you might try bumping up the ISO to 400 or higher (if your camera supports it) and use a neutral density filter to keep the exposure within the camera's capabilities.

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by joanns:
You met the challenge. I would have liked it better if the pen was in sharp focus but it works this way.

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by nborton:
i like the blurry look

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by Jak:
I understand that the lack of focus is probably a design element, but it doesn't work for me. Which is a shame because my instinct tells me I would have scored it an 8 had the focus been sharp. 6 Jak.

Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by RedRuthann:
Great work I like the soft focus - and yet it still has a lot of detail. Yes, the Neg Space makes a difference and adds to the subject and the effect of the photo. The Neg Space REALLY draws your attention right to the pen. Technically great work. Great composition. The placement here is perfect - as not being all the way in the corner (although, As I look at this, I wonder, does the person writing with this pen hold it at the end of the pen? -just a thought I had) So, it's great, makes a person think. Great Work 10
Ruthann
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Bring a Pen and Paper
by zadore

Comment by justine:
Good creative idea. I don't think the 'blur' adds to this shot at all, would of liked to see that left off. Still it's right on target for the challenge. Nice job. Scroe 6 Justine