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In reply to the discussion: **January 2014 Photo Contest Final Round** [View all]Mira
(22,381 posts)33. For me
it's mostly the emotional "WOW" - the jaw dropping punch in the gut. The overall initial impact.
As a long time (complete amateur) photographer it is natural that the composition/mood/balance/crop all enter into it on further study, but rarely do I change my mind after that initial impact.
"I know what I like" is not outdated. I think one likes what resonates with one's life experience and what exposure one has had to the subject matter.
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These are TOO marvelous to pick between. All of my favorites made the cut plus my next favorites!
northoftheborder
Jan 2014
#31
Thank you for over 200 votes so far, we want to get to 300 help make it happen!
Agschmid
Jan 2014
#49