A small fortune
by olbol

Comment by Gatorguy:
I like the lighting and the background

My kind of fuel
by olbol

Comment by JulietNN:
CC Club here!!

I had to study your shot and read your description several times before I understood what was happening. It is a very clever photo.

Unfortunately your second olive looks like it is a shadow of the first, which is a shame.. Your first olive is so centered, cropping a little would have helped with the perception.

If this was not an oil challenge I am not sure people would have got that it is in fact olives.

Play around with angles,

A small fortune
by olbol

Comment by Cheerz:
I like the feel, colours and texture.

A small fortune
by olbol

Comment by Ja-9:
enough detail to catch the eye...only one thing...it is so very centered...

A small fortune
by olbol

Comment by Alicia:
I don't know what it is, but I like it.

My kind of fuel
by olbol

Comment by kivgaen:
It's very dark, and it's unclear to me what it is. I don't get it.

Brief history of time
by olbol

Comment by macrothing:


Critique Club Critique

First Impressions
I like the way it looks somewhat like a landscape on first look. The lighting is interesting, but results in a harsh contrast that detracts from the subtle patterns, texture and colors of the rock/crystal.

Photograph Information, Technicals & Composition Review
The combined image you mention might have shown more detail, alas with Basic you had to 'redo' and abide by the Rules. Good for you for making that effort. Composition wise it is ok, as mentioned, this composition lends itself to another 'scene'. I can notice, only barely, what appears to be black fabric in the background, but minor. A more refined crop around the patterned areas of the crystal would have been better.

Comments, Score & Placement Review
31/82 is quite good. Your commenters all like your vision.

Summary
A good subject choice that a variation in lighting may have showcased even better. Would also have liked to have seen this a little sharper with more texture discernible.

Jasmine
by olbol

Comment by Rasai:
Wow! VERY Nice!

Brief history of time
by olbol

Comment by monster91:
interesting shot.

Brief history of time
by olbol

Comment by GregoryB:
One of my top 5.....9