Capitol Interlude
by blemt

Comment by JPR:
I really like this with the people in it. Something seems off about the sky. 7

Union Station-Washington DC
by blemt

Comment by GeneralE:
"Union Station" in which city?

That is a pretty intense sky : )

Union Station-Washington DC
by blemt

Comment by agrimace:
nice. How did you do the sky?

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by Imagineer:
:: Hello from the Critique Club ::
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This is one of those shots that defies detailed critique in my opinion.

Some valid comments about technicality have already been made below, but suffice to say that this is one of the most memorable shots in the challenge. Its humour is instant and potent, rendering many of the flaws mentioned as secondary.

It's well conceived and as many have said, the model deserves praise for placing herself under such scrutiny and criticism.

Cheers
Jon

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by computerking:
Very real. Self Portrait?

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by Ironworker:
Just doesn't seem quite balanced. Still one of my favorites of the challenge. 9

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by strangeghost:
A very compelling entry. Thank you for your courage in using a model that suggests the real world rather than the world of glamor magazines. A powerful photo.

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by Bassie:
I like the way the cyclist seems to be riding toward the light. Nice choice of B&W and the tonal range is good. I have dreams to be an olympian myself. Maybe 2008 I will be ready. Great job.

Olympic Dreams
by blemt

Comment by Resusit8u:
I am giving you extra points on behalf of your model. I have the same type of body and would have never even considered posing for such a shot. She gets points and kuddos from me for courage and meeting the challenge given to her. :)

Monumental Sunset
by blemt

Comment by Ironworker:
Well shot. I love it. Stirs up powerful emotions in me.