Comment from Paulisa
This would be a great ad for either a vineyard or wine company. I live the effects you used and the imagery. Good depth of field, choice of color and I like the lighting you chose as well.

Really enjoyed this fun piece.

Thanks for sharing

Paulisa

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from Snopaw
Excellent entry for the contest Shawn, best of luck to you. This is a very fun and festive scene, with the confetti and the champagne and the stars which to me speak of the sparkley in the champagne. Nicely done. Shirley

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from Drakeflyte
A very fesitve style has been adopted here! I like how light the liquid in the glasses are, nearly seems like Sunshine is on the winelist! The use of colour has been thought through well, with an Autumn style being very effective

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 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from ducilla
This looks like a lively celebration to be at. I must have misplaced my invite! lol.. I like the title except this year it "another year older and deeper in debt " .. Great creation and the great nature of this is apparent to see. I might just go for a glass of wine now...Dennis

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from jgrace
Another really nice composition. Really creates lots of drama for the festivities of New Year. Love the addition of your trademark cherries in the foreground. Glasses full of liquid done very well. Everything just seems to come together beautifully. Good interest and impact. Well done.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from BingoStar
Great colors, nice cherries, cool glasses ready for the toast. Lots of celebrating ready for the New Year . Nice depth, good center of interest and great creation Good luck in the contest Bingo!

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

Comment from ZenTrip
. . . and wiser. Nice feeling of a New Year beginning with a festive mood.

Such a beautiful pattern with the glasses. The design is impeccable with the three cherries in the corner, the contrasting shapes and colors in the background, and the colorful streamers.

Wishing you the best with this winning image. It does sparkle.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009

Thank you, ZT!!

Comment from ADCPHOTO
Yes another new year and you have created a piece that really represents the party of bringing in the new year. I love the cups, the steamers and the whole party atmosphere.

Initial Impact ? 5
Creativity of Presentation ? 5
Color Harmony ? 5
Center of Interest ? 5
Technical Excellence ? 5
Thought Provoking ?5
Story Telling Ability ?5
Lighting ? 5
Shadows ? 5
Memorable ?5

Very nice work, thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009

Thank you so much for the great review, ADC!!

Comment from Spirit Dove
I like this it is bright and cheerful. Gives a feeling of celebration. your beautiful glasses so well done. The little stars are a nice uplifting addition. The ribbons flowing along are nice and give it a feeling of dancing.

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009

Thank you, Spirit Dove!

Comment from Dazzleme
This is a great image you have digitally presented. Your technique has worked wll and the detail and colours in this image are displayed well. Your title suits this wel.,

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009

Thank you, Dazzleme!!