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One of the comments piqued my interest - "something out of nothing." Having had use of blocks like this, some of which are probably in just about this shape now, it is, to me, definitely something. I also can't help but be drawn into several levels of contemplation. Not least among those is the excellent use of vignetting, and the desaturation of all but the block itself. Honestly, my first glance at it as a thumbnail suggested a Chinese-style barbecued rolled roast. So, yes...many levels at which to contemplate a very thought-provoking image. Thanks for sharing it!

Intriguing shot of a difficult, high-contrast scene. I like the use of your extended shutter-speed. Thanks for sharing this.

A fascinating scene, and well shot. Thanks for sharing it.

...there are things that just tell you that they need their picture taken. At least that's how I describe those photographers, especially younger ones, who seem to have a natural eye for composition, etc., without having ever been exposed to formal thinking on the subject. The panorama from just a short distance further, over the railing...that's the standard shot that says what it is and is what it says. This one raises all sorts of questions, and that's a very good thing. Thanks for sharing it.

Sorry, it needed said. Inspires me to try a similar shot with off-camera flash on the far side of the model. As-is, also a very though-provoking shot. Thanks for sharing it.

Nice control of the depth of field despite the bright lighting. Lots to look at all in one shot! Thanks for sharing.

Nice quality to this, as though a remembered moment, and yet the slight raised eyebrow of hope in the younger with the bleaker expression of the older suggests that nostalgia (remembering the past as better than it was) is not the appropriate sensation. Last moment before...what happened? For me, contemplation provoked by the image means I'm looking at something very good. Thanks for sharing this.

Whatever the cultural context is for the slogan on the closer figure's dress, I found it distracting from the overall composition. I'm working on some multiple image, too. So, this is fascinating, as is the location, posture, etc. But whatever a twenty queen may be, I find myself thinking too much about that and not contemplating the dual figures and their environment as much as I would otherwise. Still, the image definitely grabbed my attention, and the composition and technique is nicely done. Thanks for sharing it.

Not knowing what other elements might have cluttered the corner near the lamppost, it may have been impossible to preserve all of it. The three figures against the slightly-skewed angle of the pavement would have worked. But the lamppost gives an important context to a shot that portrays itself as having been taken near midday. Lots of contemplation is provoked by this composition, and that's always a good thing. Thanks for sharing this image with the rest of us.

Great lighting, depth of field, pose, and just one slight distraction. At first I thought I was seeing the lower corners vignetted with a slight blur, but as carefully as my monitor allows me to see it, it seems that the vignette framing at the bottom is slightly desaturated, but still focused. Doing both, or neither, might eliminate the distraction for me. But it's hard to imagine that most are not captivated by those eyes, and the excellent control of the lighting and depth of field. So, hopefully "nearly flawless" is seen as the compliment it's intended to be! Thanks for sharing a wonderful image with us.

If the image speaks to you, let me know what it says. Thanks in advance for your critique.

Dance recitals in low-light with limited access from significant distance, or cultural events where "up-close-and-personal" is part of the venue design? I know which I'll choose as often as I can. Well-lit, extraordinary regalia, and subjects eager to have their art shown! Highly recommend you find your local pow-wow for some great opportunities. I'll look forward to hearing what you think of this shot.