Fist

Something a little different for me.

Feedback appreciated.

Even though the blurring and DOF looks a bit artificial, the idea and concept do achieve a visual impression. BW adds to the effect. Well done.

DG

You might guess I love this David. I have been playing with a similar pose and it works.I think it works because it is unexpected which is the case with your images. BRAVO.

I am posting a manipulation of one of my similar previous images and am interested in your opinion.

-Cheers

I've had mornings like this.

JimPhelps

Whether this is shallow depth-of-field or digitally blurred is unimportant. I like the result. Well made, David!

Daniel, I am glad that you commented on this. I knew the ratings for this would be low. However, it is comments that I am here for. I agree that it does look a bit artificial. In this particular case, I believe it works. 

Owen, I did have a feeling you would like this. I also knew the ratings would be low for this image. It tickles me that people who know what they are talking about, like this and those that don't, don't. I realise that may be an arrogant statement. While I am glad you took the time to comment, I am more happy to know that you have seen this.

Jim, I have them every morning.

Mark, Self praise is no praise but I like this too. I am glad that you like the result.

Thanks everyone.

At the moment a too much low rate, for me a good and interesting shot!

The fact that people are allowed to rate an image without leaving words to be the most annoying thing about this site. It is interesting to note that those that have left words find this image appealing. This is encouraging. Thanks for taking the time.

Wonderful photo!!! I like very much the narrow depth of field, makes the eye to focus at the power of the hand!!

Thanks for taking the time. I do like this myself.

O Dear... I didn't mean to offend dear model... Hurt me not please.

I like it muchly I do David!

-r-