A photo challenge starting January 5th 2009. One image only, normal size restrictions apply (1000 pixel maximum width or height recommended - if vertical we suggest 700 pixels maximum width). No followup images (comparisons) except by those who have not already posted their one image. Discussion welcome - please only repeat images in discussion posts if absolutely essential. Aster has been appointed moderator of this forum in recognition of her commitment to making it great fun. This does not prevent others from setting challenges!
Forum rules
One image only, normal size restrictions apply (1000 pixel maximum width or height recommended - if vertical we suggest 700 pixels maximum width). No followup images (comparisons) except by those who have not already posted their one image. Discussion welcome - please only repeat images in discussion posts if absolutely essential. Participants should provide basic camera data (body, lens, ISO, mode, exposure over-ride or WB settings), and details of raw processing and subsequent PP.
Any type of photo that focuses on the 'eye' of a person or a living being, like animals, as part of closeup portraits or eye compositions are welcome.
Specifications: *..The challenge ends on March 27th, 2011. *..You can submit as many photos as you like. *..Creativity is encouraged. Use of light; colours; contrasts; subtleness, etc. *..The dimensions and size of the photos should not exceed 1024*1024 and 250Kb respectively.
There's nothing like capturing the reflections of one's soul in the depths of one's eyes; almost a worthy study for a 'thesis' for photography. Eyes just take a different turn from being the organs to see the outerworld, to being the organs/vessels for viewing the spirit and personality of one's inner world. They are like endless streams flowing towards the inside ...
Camera Sony DSLR-A900 +70-400ssm
Exposure 0.008 sec (1/125)
Aperture f/5.6
Focal Length 180 mm
ISO Speed 200
Exposure Bias 0 EV
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Some days you eat the bear, other days the bear eats you....
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Lovely eye shots here already - I especially like Henry's picture.
Here is the 'eye of the tiger'
One of the West Midlands Safari Park White Tigers. I thought their blue eyes were very striking. Not completely happy with the quality here, but I was having to resist winding down the window of the car!
Use of light; colours; contrasts; subtleness, etc. 
