Hi Marnie, I'm glad it makes you feel that way. These is basically what went through my head when I so the scene. I have nothing to add, you wrote it beautifully. Thanks.
Off I go now for a few days, there is a short four day sailing trip ahead of us. See you all, Matjaz > Marnie wrote: > > There Might Be a New Star by Matjaz Osojnik > > This is my overall fav this month -- the aspirations of a child. In > this case centering really works ;-), because the rails create a > strong diagonal. In fact, the rails reaching upward seem to symbolize > the kids wishes reaching upwards. The circle effect of the people > below with the shallow depth of field just reemphasize the boy and the > way he stands (sits) apart them with his aspirations. I find it hard > to verbalize the entire effect I think this composition has, but it is > a very emotionally pleasing photograph that seems to "say something" > -- to convey a concept. >

