Wow very nice -- maybe a bit of softening on some edges -- shoulder, both wrists and the left elbow -- all seem a bit to sharp -- but otherwise very impressive

PS -- softening the edges has made a big difference IMHO very well done image -- best of luck

thanks for the observation. will work on that and post the new version tomorrow.

ok, soften the edges a bit. :P

Very cool work, author, will you be posting an sbs?

thank you! i did this for another project, so i did not keep proper steps... i will do my best to come up with one within the next few days.

Interesting effect. I especially like the "glove" texturing on the hands.

Very well done! Congrats!!

thank you very much!

Excellent work author ...GL!!

I don't want to be a jerk but I see only a burn and dodge effect...sorry...

mario, i don't mind if you don't like the piece, but there is no need to diminish it.

I was not required to post an sbs, so it was ok for you to visit the link and view the original picture. I did use dodge and burn, but the image was cut up and reassambled. i drew over the skin and drew the bald head.

sometimes, a piece does not require to use the entire photoshop laundry list of things it can do, in order for it to be powerful or effective.

Very creative and hard work

Congrats!!

Congrats for your 3-rd place!