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This is some kind of Chinese algae/seaweed beauty mask that is supposedly very good for the skin. It looked kind of dirty so it was a real challenge to make it look good...

Photographer:	X Lourens Smak Win ♥ ¤
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Uploaded:	2005-May-14 14:30 EDT
Current Rating:	9.00/4 (Weighted rating: 8.50) View all ratings Delete my rating
Copying allowed:	No
Camera:	Olympus E-1
Lens:	Olympus 14-54mm f2.8/3.5
Lens Adapter:	None
ISO:	100
Aperture:	f/11
Shutter Speed:	1/60
Focal Length:	54mm
Flash:	Yes
Tripod/Monopod:	No
Critique Level:	Dead Honest Critique

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Superbly composed and framed shot, and hilarious to boot! Maybe you didn't make the mud "look good" but you sure made a captivating photograph of it. The DOF and exposure choices were well thought out.

Ferd Berfle Win ♥ ¤ $ at 15:07 EDT on 2005-May-14 [Reply]

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Great detail and an unusual perspective result in a wonderful composition. The mud looks almost appetizing. :-) LOL.

Frank Brault ♥ ¤ $ at 15:20 EDT on 2005-May-14 [Reply]

You didn't have to make it look

"good"; it's a great shot; the upside-down face under the mud makes for a great abstraction. I was particularly drawn to the eyelashes, growing up like little irises (yes, from the eyes!) in the muddy field. Lighting and color are fine.

Norm Havens ♥ ¤ $ at 22:05 EDT on 2005-May-14 [Reply]

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An interesting subject with an original perspective!

Danny Yee ♥ ¤ $ at 22:40 EDT on 2005-May-14 [Reply]

hmmm...

does the mud mask make the eyes and lips seem more beautiful, or do the beautiful eyes and lips make the mask seem more interesting?

I feel the urge to reach out and wipe the one little dab of mud from the lips, but otherwise, an excellent shot.

David Nielson Win ♥ ¤ ¤ $ at 01:18 EDT on 2005-May-15 [Reply]