Thanks for allowing myself to the team, guys.
Now, I’m off to a few comments – primarily, I won’t focus on techniques for the simple fact that I still see myself as a fearless amateur shamelessly venturing into the world of Photography. All tripping aside…

Steve, you’re a born photographer and you know that so very well. I’m so far a huge fan of your portfolio; ideas, and last but not least your blog-writing abilities.
Let me now comment on your last submission. Your shot caught my eye for two main reasons: the composition – in which the diagonal rule was perfectly applied – and the lighting. I like the way the chimney stands out contrasting with an overcast, yet bright sky and the mess of wires, cables, cords. That’s pretty much the kind of Xmas decoration we see around at this time of the year – Brazilian homes are no different.

Joepi, it feels good to be writing to you at last. First, thanks for all your lovely welcome messages, I’m really looking forward to working with all of you.
Now, the picture. Having some of your previous works as reference, I can easily tell that culture plays a significant part – as well as in Steve’s – and I find it fascinating. I also love the fact that you do think the ideas through, as in for the Transition challenge – that one did crack me up and amazed me, too.

Mat, haven’t had the chance to talk to you yet but I know for a fact that I like the concepts you come up with – slightly veering off the common sense, your Xmas challenge submission is clear evidence of that. I did love the five-minute trick in Transition by the way – hope it’s not all in my head, but if it is…hey, this is what Photography is all about, huh? Interpretations.
Mat, thanks for your comment, even though, I hold the same option that I don’t look photogenic at all – I just happen to get lucky occasionally.

Ken, from what I’ve seen before, I noticed a recurrent use of movement and/or lights – every one of your shots seem to intertwine those two features. I may be wrong – or just a mere coincidence – but I guess you’re the only one in the group so far that has figured out a style. Good for you!

See ya all next time!