Beauty is a subjective thing, I know. In my scoring and comments I'm trying to score based on NOT whether or not I would think a particular subject beautiful, but on whether the photographer has succeeded in creating a beautiful photo. I look for the elements of color, lines, focus and dof interest, lighting, and a certain element of grace and lovlieness. I'm looking for a unique and creative appeal for the highest scorers. The description says to create a photo that makes the viewer think "that's beautiful", so it will undoubtedly be very subjective. (This is what I'm putting at the start of all of my comments, and I hope it is helpful.)
That being said, This is a very nice shot. I think I would have titled it "freckles" and they are lovely! I really like the turn of the head, the expression and the movement of the head. I'd like to see improvements in the lighting on the face. I like that you have some shadow and light, but I wish we had some light on the eyes. Overall, a real beauty. |