Line & Form

would be better without the effect

Ok,I'll post it without the effect. so everyone can decide for them selves

Its a good original photo but IMHO a great graphic semi-abstract with some of the elegant simplicity of a Schiele. You seem to be moving in a new and creative direction - I look forward to seeing more. ... Jonathan

I prefer it with the effect.

yes... I agree, the effect is effective in accentuating the simplicity.

This was commented upon without it ever being requested. How about

some votes a few years more into digital imaging?