Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by StevePax:
I think the towel/whatever in the lower right is slightly distracting, though I love the contrast of the B/W. 7.

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by MrAkamai:
Heh, when I see/hear the word "essence" I think about Emeril Lagasse. But your photo captures a different essence: that of a woman's neck and shoulders. Graceful curves and shadowplay are this photo's strong points. Not sure what's going on in the background but I would have preferred a solid color vs that mottled pattern that resembles noise. 7

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by GeneralE:
Interesting composition, excellent exposure. I don't care for the bright highlight on the lip -- I think I'd have burned that in a little.

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by afarland:
Would have liked to see a bit more shadow on the left collarbone (like it is on her right collarbone)... all in all a very graceful picture indeed.

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by Skip:
boy, i don't know what to do about this image. i want to like it, but i find reasons not to (like why couldn't the background either be completely flat or a little busier. or do i like the lips pulling me off the image, being up in the top corner). i want to not like it, but i find reasons that i do (like the lighting, the lines, the hint of modesty). i guess i like it more than i don't like it. i'm sorry i can't tell you any more. good luck!

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by Rasai:
This was a real ringer for me in this challengeĂ¢€Â¦ many others have a completely different wow factor. Was that what you were trying to achieve? The Ă¢€˜EssenceĂ¢€™ for me evoked PURE sensuality! So beautiful are each and every line and curve! I prefer color in most photos yet the use of black & white on this works very well. The focus shows great detail yet enhances the theme of soft and sensual. You deserve to do well with this !

Essence
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Comment by Tuckersmom:
I like the use of black and white here, but it seems a little unbalanced

Essence
by Shiiizzzam

Comment by rennie:
Nice idea. I will only lift her chin and change the angle a bit, so her neck looks more delicate and longer.

Essence
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Comment by gudbjargarson:
Interesting framing.

Essence
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Comment by colda:
wonderful pic, great feeling - well done