3 nice portraits, whether on or off topic. I like the nice looking background in this - the colors really look great and the tilt works well here too. CJ
Even cropped to center the face would still not violate the written rules here. Perhaps that was the intention of the rules, but there was no clause stipulating that the subject could not touch center. I see this one as no more on or off topic than the others. :) Thanks for all the comments everyone! ~ Lonnit
Good. No centering violation. Figure in corner = automatic 3 points. Good bg equally weighty in remaining corners/edges. .75 each. Total 6.75. The tilt works well to add weight to the cornered subject. -tv
Lonnit - you got it ! This is wonderful picture and told you that one day you will ind a suitable challenge for it. Well captured expression and very good on topic. OMO.