Hi John,
Oops, I've been a tad busy and dropped behind quite a bit.
Music, firstly what is it? I think the lighting is ok, yes there are a few hot spots otherwise you've done a good job
Respect, I know all about the lack of time thing:bonk: It's a cracking shot though, superb action shot
and yes total respect for what they achieve with such disabilities!
Night, you made the right choice in that shot, lovely framing and just enough detail in the tree
Colour, love the sunrise but the blanket (or whatever it is) wins it for me too. The composition with the reflection is unusual but clever.
Freedom, I saw the shot first and wondered how it fitted the theme :bonk: my kids love books, I hope to keep them on the paper normal versions for as long as possible!
Time, superb detail throughout that watch and I think the off white background suits it as opposed to the typical high key!
I would have cloned out the two hotspots on the watch rim though.
Fun, having moaned at my hubby for playing with his new RC heli on Christmas Day I know these can be fun! Wasn't quite so sure when he was trying to retrieve it from the neighbours roof though
I think there's just a tad too much blur in the second shot, the main body of the heli needs to be more in focus to me, unless this is what you wanted in which case I'll shut up
Well considering what is said in your siggy I think you've done it this year with some superb shots to be proud of, especially the Olympic ones
Well done for finishing it