Free Competition 2011 Q2
Results
Winning Photo

This is a rather unique photo in that it is empty to begin with, but then you starts seeing something. And from there it is like starting a film with your self in the role of the storyteller.

I shot the photo at Montrose Harbor in Chicago. It was very foggy and seeing the skyline ala impressionism made me want to capture the subtlety digitally. I wanted a sort of "gotcha" feeling. The more you look "inside" the photograph, the more you see. I was trying for an image high on feeling tone and low subject. Ambiguity is key. It is not immediately appealing. That's what I was intrigued by. I am a retired arts administrator/musician who has returned to photography after many years fallow. This was by design. My retirement years and pension are dedicated to putting me through fun! Camera: Canon T1i