YES!!!!

I like all of them, the last is a portrait, the others are 'in the setting', and an excellent way to show context, not wasted space. Lighting, composition, etc., all very good. I hope they kids frame some of your work for display and future memories.

Do what you gotta do.

And such is the state of affairs in today's world. Your suggestion was excellent tho, something that we cant achieve in the world of politics. So much could be better if the word compromise were removed from the list of no-no words. lol

I was working shifts and going to school during that time... I missed those debates, but remember the anger then, it was about as strong as it is now. People werent as plentiful then, so we werent as crowded, meaning the underlying stress levels werent quite so high as now. That makes a difference, plus, the things that have happened since has changed the way people view and interpret their world.

All the candidates I've ever seen would not agree to a debate with those rules. They want to do things just the way they are now doing them, they dont want to be required to answer a question. As bad as the system is, with the current players, it is the best we can hope for.That means it will continue to be almost meaningless. To quote from an old popular song " Nobody's right when everybody's wrong".

Worst choices in my lifetime, but the responsiblity to participate overrides any other consideration. Congrats on the kids' birthday and having them register to vote. Lets hope they continue a proud American tradition.

My two cents worth. So sorry about her injuries, so glad they werent more severe. She is beautiful and all the elements of this shot came together and make for a superb result. When we make comments about the elements of a shot, we are (hopefully) being gracious and expressing how we would individualize to our own tastes or preferences. All the comments so far I agree with, as for me, a woman can be beautiful whether she has any body hair, or even huge amounts anywhere or everywhere. I have seen some models with thick hair over most oftheir bodies who were stunning, especially if the hair is dark, and the skin is pale, the contrast making for a dramatic look. Its a lot of fun reading about the ideas most posters/pesponders here have, I'm so glad there havent been the distasteful remarks we see sometimes on here, this lady gives us such a nice, enjoyable view of herself and my thanks to both her and the poster. More please, job well done and I hope she was pleased with the results. I know one beautiful lady who was in a bad accident and has considerable hip deformity to live with despite several surgeries to correct as much as possible.

Perhaps you should remove it from the ones you visit. If you think this is too explicit on a forum that says nude in it's description, just what did you expect, ankle only shots?

We've seen your other work, and this shot is nowhere near as good. The background, posing, and lighting need major improvement. The model, as usual, is spectacular. Give us more of your best, please.

I'd like to suggest you look at your original post, where you specifically ask for 'comments and critiques'. Most folks here are a friendly bunch (with some glaring exceptions) we would like to welcome you, but I too am a bit confused at your response to suggestions from knowledgeable members. I hope you change your outlook, this is a very valuable place to disccuss and get feedback on photography.

I learned a long time ago that language has to be a living thing or it will die (ever wonder why we dont speak Latin?) Some of the changes are confusing or obnoxious (or worse), but I can adapt if I learn the new meaning of the words. Its all about context. The progress of humanity isnt a straaight line thing, while good grammar is important, so is the nature of change. We no longer speak anything that resembles the "King's English" and I say we're better for it. Yes, this forum is about PHOTOGRAPHY, not grammar school.

Gee thats pretty, I'd like to go there. Is it in walking distance?? Quite a shot!

Much improved over the first image IMHO