"Secret Recipe? SMOKE & SAUCE Man..."

In this Compositon I decided to leave in all the distracting wires, plugs,

etc so you'd see all the 'confusion' in the background.....then used a

slight "Grungy' effect to emphasize the smoke and atmosphere. (this

won't suit everyone and I totally understand, comments welcome with

thanks, Gail)

My friend , this is an outstanding capture of amazing light and composition and so well presented, wishing you all of the best.

Well done!  The smoke and the other details you mentioned (cords, etc.) lend a surrealistic feel to this shot.  Of course, I'm tasking the ribs as I continue to type!

My compliments,

michael

very good  image...We could feel the atmosphere very well here...very good body language also...congrats.

So good to hear from you again, and always great to see your name, knowing that you'll tell me how you truly feel.  Thankyou once again for your support Rashed.....most sincerely, Gail

Many thanks for your visit, and thoughts on this image Michael.  I often take out the 'messy, noisy, stuff' to centre in on the main suject...but sometimes it leaves part of the story missing......your support is always appreciated Michael....and it has been missed!  LOL.....I hope you had a good ' getaway'......sincerely, Gail

Thankyou very much for your visit Mehmet...and for sharing your thoughts on this composition.  Very happy you liked it and found it 'real'.....and the atmosphere was evident.  Your encouragement is much appreciated....sincerely, Gail

Marvelous photo that has the added effect of having me drooling!! Now...if you can somehow get the aroma into the photo I'd have to rate it 10/10!!

Hope I can stay online long enough to get a few critiques in.....we have had Tornadoe, Hail, Strong Winds, Rain, Rooting,  Pillaging,.....oh sorry got carried away...but strong storms, get to your closet in the basement storms rushing across our Region.  Had the computer off for 2 hours, I just turn it on as it is quiet, and now the thunder has started again!!!!.....

Oh, you just hang on, soon I'm sure with 'touch technology' they'll have 'Scratch N Sniff' Computers soon....!  Thanks for your visit and critique.....things sounding worse out there.....talk again soon...I hope...Gail

nice one gail! 7/6 anon

Thanks so much 'niki' for those kind words of critique, and the time youu take to comment.  So appreciated knowing how busy we all are.....sincerely, Gail

Speechless! . . . .

Wonderful image and portfolio!

Weather the storms in good spirits.

Jim j.

Thankyou for that very kind critique, your enthusiasum does help as does your support and very good words about the 'weather'....storms are manageable, criticism is manageable.....I think I just have a different way of using words when addressing others.  I have good parents who, although we were quite poor growing up, it did not phase me.  We were rich in good morals and were taught that a kind word used properly can yield just as good results when getting a point across. 

I will come and visit your Portfolio, I'm sure there  is much I can learn there just by observation. Thankyou for your time taken to comment.....most sincerely, Gail

Excellent shots of the Rib Fest Gail. I think this is my favorite of the series. The grunge look was an excellent choice in this image I think. The flame frame is perfect as well. Excellent series Gail Makes me hungry just looking through them.

All the best,
Neil

Hi there, so nice to hear from you.  I hope the summer weather is 'agreeable' and you're getting a lot of nice shots.  I'll have to get over and visit.  We just got back today from a few days in Williamsville N.Y. It's always been a fav spot to have a good feed of 'Buffalo Wings'....We go to a place called "Brennans Bowry Bar'.  The wings are huge, (an Irish  Pub) and their Potatoe Skins are the biggest I've ever had also.  Jim hangs out by the pool and I go 'shopping'...! Then dinner is always a treat.  Here I am talking about 'food' again.

The ribfest was really enjoyable and a good chance for me to take some 'street' type shots. The atmosphere was fun, every thing smelled so good.....and it was much more enjoyable than I had imagined.  I had thought there would be little tents with folks with little 'barbies'......wondered about 'food' safety etc.  Turns out it was top notch....well organized, and no mishaps that I could see.

Thanks for your thoughts on the images.....the 'slight' grunge effect just seemed to emphasize the atmosphere.  There was so much smoke....I've yet to find out who won the trophy.  Thanks for your support Neil....always appreciated...glad you enjoyed the images.  Talk soon, Gail

Nice composition, nice shot. I miss a little bit, what or better  who is essential . You are pushing  this boy to much to the background. You are killing his dynamic role in this stories. The red border is to complicated, less is much in this case. Ed

Thankyou once again for viewing and sharing  your thoughts on this image. I understand what you are saying.  Many thanks for sharing your point of View, With much appreciation, GAil

Expert enhancements. I love the expression, the impression of smoke, and the unsafe electrical cords. :)

Thank you so much for those kind comments.....it certainly is encouraging.  I try to learn more in Photoshop each day if possible.  My sincere thanks, Gail