Throwing in the Towel

Challenge #7 in the Life is like a box of chocolates series. Hosted by LeeStar.

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Dear John

by alfamog

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An unwanted letter on the mantelpiece

Camera:	Canon EOS 5D
Lens:	Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Submitted:	Monday, 5th March, 2012 21:16 (GMT)
Taken:	Monday, 5th March, 2012
Focal length:	100 mm
Shutter speed:	25 sec
Aperture:	F2.8
ISO:	100
Notes:	EOS 5D 100mm Macro lit using an ipad as a light source with the black cover as a cutter to control the light
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Congratulations to the winner,it is a great composition. Congrats to the runner ups too, 2 &3 very great too. To the host, a real inspiring challenge. Thumbs up.

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Its a great concept! Congratulations!

I'm glad you have found a great use of iPad :)

Hopefully no body needs to be seeing that kind of mail letter.

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Nice shot, and perfectly on theme. It's good to see a mix of b&W and color in the top spots, too. Congratulations.

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