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Eva and Mark thank you for your comments.  Mark, I have been on a square format kick for a while.  I think I got tired of rectangular landscapes.  Thanks again.  Dan

Rueda and Chris, thank you for the kind comments.  I appreciate them.  Dan

It is a beautiful, interesting composition.  I like the colors, textures, and composition.  Nicely done.  Dan

It is a beautiful image with a brilliant bit of optical engineerIng. Nicely done on both fronts. Dan

I like the composition and the subtle tones.  It has a wonderful moody feeling.  Nicely done.  Dan

Thank you Daniel.  I appreciate your very kind comments.

Thank you Daniel and Jana.  Dan

Thanks Jana.  

It is a beautiful, charming image.  Nicely done.  Dan

It is a beautiful image.  Nicely done.  Dan

This is great fun. Nicely done. Dan

It is a beautiful, subtle image. I respectfully disagree with the posts about the aspect ratio. I think the square format and composition are perfect. If I were to make a suggestion it might be to reduce the contrast in the sky slightly. But I could be wrong. In any case, nicely done. Dan

Beautiful shapes and tones.  Nicely done.  Dan

It is a beautiful, dynamic image.  Nicely done.  Dan

You have captured a beautiful, quiet moment.  Nicely done.  Dan

While the opinions may differ, one thing is clear. The Elves picked a good photo for discussion. It has been fun watching

the many comments.

 

I still like the photo a lot, but I enjoyed seeing the critiques too. I think different people expect different things from photos

particularly when nudes are involved. I don't mind that I am not learning about her as a person. It is not a portrait. It is

also not particularly erotic. Not that there is anything wrong with that. I don't see the photo as a commentary on the

strength of women, or their objectification. Here, for me, the model presents shapes and textures that serve as a

counterpoint to the wonderful old camera. It is more like the meeting of two alien species (as I have said before). But,

maybe I view images differently.

 

In any case, I have enjoyed all the discussion, and once again I thank Igor for sharing his photo with us. -Dan

So a few photographers (including ones for whom I have great respect) have suggested that this photo is a bit cliche'. With all respect, I have to say that I disagree. Now, not all photos work for everyone. The world is a better place because of our differences. For me this not just one of my favorite photos on PN, but really one of my favorites ever. I like the interaction between the beautiful model and the beautiful large format camera. I like the subtle symmetry between the bellows and the model's ribs. I like the almost humorous interaction between the camera and the model looking back at each other. It is almost like the first meeting of two alien species. I think this interaction works because the camera is so large and interesting, otherwise the camera would get lost in the photo. I like the careful attention to the lighting. I like the amazing control of densities and contrast. I like the composition in both its balance and simplicity. I appreciate that it might not work for everyone, but for me it is wonderful. Thank you Igor for sharing it with us. Dan

Wonderful concept. Nicely done. Dan

It is beautifully composed. Nicely done. Dan

It is a beautiful image. Nicely done. Dan

It is a beautiful, melodic image.  Nicely done.  Dan

It is a beautiful image and a great concept. Nicely done. Dan

It is beautiful and interesting image. Nicely done. Dan

Yalçin, thank you for your kind comment.  Dan

It is a beautiful image wonderful shapes and textures. Nicely done. Dan