Not bad for $5.00. Anyone interested in what's ahead for them in 2009? I think I'll just take my chances, I'd rather not know. However, you really can't go wrong for the price, or can you?
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Great shot John, I really love the processing on this one - superb! Chris Legg @ 2008-12-27 15:26:00
Oooh. A 'special' reading. For five dollars. These are hard times, you know.
I love the warmth of the light and the detail that's characteristic in all of your photography. There's something more to this one, though. A softness about it that I like a lot.
You have created such an ambience with this photograph, Mr M, that I really want to open the door and step inside... even though I know that my future will be long and prosperous and that I will meet a tall dark stranger, before lining the palms with coins of silver!
Pristine and colourful, a joy to the eye. An exceptional image from an exceptional talent. First class EYES WIDE SHUT @ 2008-12-27 16:04:44
Beautiful warm tones and colors. Love the balanced composition - how the reds and yellows compliment each other. Is this an HDR? Simply - an all-round impressive image. Marcie @ 2008-12-27 16:04:52
Great mood. I wonder what 'special reading' means here. yz @ 2008-12-27 16:11:29
You created a beautiful, magical scene. I especially love the lighting and the composition. Arnd @ 2008-12-27 16:11:29
special readings, sounds a bit dangerous ;)
You gave the scene a bit a "CSI"-mood. Like I'm watching some kind of episode on television. Nice though. janko @ 2008-12-27 17:22:11
The colour on this is amazing John. I feel really drawn to that door! Bill Phillips @ 2008-12-27 17:37:16
Wow the colors just jump right off the screen! Andy @ 2008-12-27 19:12:04
ooooh baby, i hear you spend night time, wrapped like candy in a blue blue neon glow.... lalalala.... i LOVE how soft the lighting is as i know you could have totally gone the other way, the place probably looks creepier coz of that, which is good lol Elaine- @ 2008-12-27 19:19:01
Belle maitrise technique et esthétique... des couleurs chaudes et bien lissées. Bravo ! JMS @ 2008-12-27 21:26:43
Very nice colors in this very good shot !!
We hope a successful year and a happy new year !!! One @ 2008-12-27 21:49:50
Beautiful warm lighting in this scene. cako @ 2008-12-27 21:57:28
I LOVE this. I love the whole soft thing with the light.. fantastic. The colors are astounding. A different look for you... again, love it! Michael Paulison @ 2008-12-27 22:01:11
Exceptional image, John. So many colors in this...it's almost like a rainbow in spots. I like that old timey walkway in front of the door. sherri @ 2008-12-27 22:27:59
haha. it's not is it? love the lighting going on here. great capture. joe @ 2008-12-28 00:16:09
The light is just incredible! The warmth can be felt as it spills along the ground in this frame. Beauty! bluechameleon @ 2008-12-28 01:03:15
Really excellent. I love this. The light is sublime. Beautiful warm tones. Laurie @ 2008-12-28 01:48:43
Wow. There's so much to see here. I agree that the colors are incredible and am intrigued by the story in this image. Great shot. Lunamania @ 2008-12-28 02:58:24
beautiful effect of this entrance way. Looks like a well-warm welcoming place! Liang @ 2008-12-28 03:42:16
the beautiful ethereal glow add and extra dimension to this. The PP is very apt and fitting. Cool. RHYS @ 2008-12-28 03:59:14
Yes, the colors and lighting really do create a mood that draws you into this image. Only $5.00 and you get to sit in that comfy chair to know your future...very tempting. However, I also would rather just wait and see what happens on a day to day basis. Jamie @ 2008-12-28 10:10:31
A dreamy atmosphere with the offer to see what the future brings... yes where can this go wrong :) Nothing wrong with the image at least, excellent processing and bright colors. Very nice. Ivar @ 2008-12-28 12:18:25
Beautiful warm colours. Very dream-like. Or trance-like. Michael Rawluk @ 2008-12-28 12:39:03
even without dishing out $5 i can pretty much guess what next year's going to be like.. :) great shot.. :) Rian @ 2008-12-28 13:09:04
Awesome effects with the lights! Sumedh @ 2008-12-28 13:35:08
A stunner - hope love it says it all... Ivy @ 2008-12-28 13:45:49
You captured this so well - seems the proprietor should trade you a year's worth of readings for a print - what might that reveal? Happy New Year's foretold! Stephen Phillips @ 2008-12-28 13:58:47
So how much is a regular reading. Nice glowing colors. Nick @ 2008-12-28 14:29:44
I think I'll take my chances for 2009, as well. Great image - love the dreamy processing. Toni @ 2008-12-28 15:00:10
Un placer volver a pasar por aqui, ya que la encuentro una fotografia muy acertada para estas fechas...ese colorido junto con un magnifico tratamiento y un acertado titulo, hacen de si un encanto de fotografia, muchisimas gracias por visitarme y seguir mis pasos de cerca, le deseo unas felices fiestas y un prospero año nuevo, un fuerte abrazo. Alex Caballero @ 2008-12-28 15:55:59
Different than your usual works, but I really like the glow in this image. Very nice work. Brian @ 2008-12-28 21:27:18
$5??? not possible. that's just the teaser to get you in the door! in a place like this a real reading will run you $80 to $100. great shot though!
John i predict many good photo opportunities for you this year! and the money picture looks better too.
(yeah it was cold -24C) cold! michele @ 2008-12-28 23:27:43
wonderful color and intrigue!! a beautiful and compelling image!! dj.tigersprout @ 2008-12-29 00:38:26
I smiled when I saw this wonderful shot, does not everybody sometimes want to have a peek into the future???
My own 'reading' says...it comes as it comes...and things will happen if they are suppose to happen.....however I know there is much more between heaven and earth we can put our finger on.
Excellent shot, great atmosphere and colors. I love it! Avi Revivo @ 2008-12-29 06:34:33
That's darn-tootin cheap for a reading, John. Totally worth it. :) What superb lighting! Ginnie @ 2008-12-29 07:16:33
Great warmth and colors from the store front. Has a magical feel to it. Mike @ 2008-12-29 08:24:30
gorgeous shot, really like warm lights in this capture, also great processing ... Mohammadreza @ 2008-12-29 09:10:29
That is a beautiful shop image, John. Really crisp with an air of the mysterious. Michael Skorulski @ 2008-12-29 09:33:35
wow, he tenido que mirar dos veces, bella foto y diferente a las que nos has ofrecido ultimamente, me gusta la calidez con que has captado la luz.
saludos y que tengas buen año 2009!
Núria NJ @ 2008-12-29 09:38:31
This is great. It's eerie yet draws you in. You're right, I'd rather not know either. Puna @ 2008-12-29 09:50:18
Very dreamlike, beautiful shot! Ashish Sidapara @ 2008-12-29 10:10:14
Wow. The colors in this one are really striking. Caryn Caldwell @ 2008-12-29 11:19:34
Bien trabajado juego de luces de neón! Agradables difuminados! José-Angel @ 2008-12-29 11:41:49
A strong image for its nice graphic quality and beautiful colors. A great place to find and shoot...and you did it so well! don @ 2008-12-29 12:14:25
Such beautiful colors and tones a very appealing picture. Frida @ 2008-12-29 12:20:46
Gorgeous tones and colors, this shot really makes me want to go inside the shop. Robin @ 2008-12-29 13:12:31
Oh, i am not the first to comment here. But really that picture is stunning. I like the colors, lights, capture. Just all. I wish you and your family an great 2009 and forward always good light, oh sorry you didn't need it. I give it another one ;-) Olaf @ 2008-12-29 13:28:43
Cracking image, very seductive soft feel yet there is no loss of important detail. Top notch processing....AGAIN!!!!!! :) Silas collins @ 2008-12-29 14:04:49
You have an awesome blog !! atzu @ 2008-12-29 14:25:58
Wow what beautiful lighting and colors. Perfect John! Terry H. @ 2008-12-29 16:50:29
Magical snap John. Looks absolutely steeped in mystery :) AC @ 2008-12-29 17:09:58
The colors and lighting in this one are so special. Nice one!! martie @ 2008-12-29 17:14:31
très belle atmosphère colorée. Marie @ 2008-12-29 17:40:41
Una imagen muy especial, realmente muy bonita. e m i l l a m o l a @ 2008-12-29 18:12:30
Excellent night shot....love the neon and the warm tones and colors throughout! Susan @ 2008-12-29 18:15:15
Love the golden glow and all the triangular shapes. harry @ 2008-12-29 18:20:49
Very interesting processing. It creates a strong mood that matches the subject.
Beautiful colors as well. Mario Jean [madoc photo] @ 2008-12-29 18:56:55
Very beautiful night image. Andres @ 2008-12-29 19:10:34
Nice, the soft focus really works for this shot :) Pradeep @ 2008-12-30 00:19:10
Wonderful shot John. The colours are brilliant. You've created such a nice magical atmosphere! standley @ 2008-12-30 00:48:54
Hi John ! This one is a little different from your usual and beautiful ones :!
I like the general warm tones, and the focus limited to the door. Great mood in this picture. And also a little warmth! Denis @ 2008-12-30 07:51:55
Nice atmosphere you've done! Congratulations! mario iso101 @ 2008-12-30 08:30:28
Lovely warm glow about this one. Ian @ 2008-12-30 08:54:21
Wonderfully rich colors and I love the diffused light in the processing...special reading...hmmm. You made a great decision to take a shot outside this joint... :) Hess @ 2008-12-30 09:17:25
I have just discover your photoblog, and I'm really impressed. Lovely atmosphere in this last shot, astounding soft colours. XaviH @ 2008-12-30 09:40:42
Magnifique ambiance nocturne. Mais que nous lit-on dans cette mystérieuse boutique ? Olivier @ 2008-12-30 10:02:53
$5 ? not bad. The soft lighting and neon glow are perfect for this subject. Nice one, John. clarence @ 2008-12-30 10:32:35
Wonderful surprise from your usual fare. Love the light and mood. Happy New Year. Mindy @ 2008-12-30 10:49:35
Magic atmosphere! Wonderful job you've done here :) sil @ 2008-12-30 13:30:37
Fabulous use of dappled lighting and strong colours. David H-W @ 2008-12-30 13:43:27
I can't look at this one, the eye in the triangle is hypnotizing me ;-) Claus Petersen @ 2008-12-30 14:50:05
there seems to be a magical glow to this...a really fine shot. i agree though about taking my chances. grant @ 2008-12-30 15:00:55
cool shot. did you have a reading? Otto K. @ 2008-12-30 22:03:21
Beautiful colors and composition. I like all the lines, including the triangle and its repetition to the right. Well done.
I hope the new year brings many more excellent photos from you! Anita Bower @ 2008-12-31 08:06:30
Yeah, let's save our 5 bucks and just be optimistic for the best year ahead! Kevin from OrganicPIX.com @ 2009-01-01 11:44:09
It is extraordinary the way you use colors here... they arrive to the observer in a soft, warm way... I like it! Leila @ 2009-01-02 13:27:50
John, this time a bit different, still excellent capture!
Anna :) Anna @ 2009-01-03 00:01:52
The soft dreamlike processing imparts a something extra to the "special reading" theme :) Beautiful shot. lovely glow here. Radel @ 2009-01-03 01:44:27
that is quite a bargain! but i do have to wonder what is meant by "Special Reading".... this made me smile john and scramble through my photos to find the one photograph i have that offers up fortune telling.. palmistry to be exact. there is a great warmth to this photograph.. i love that the interior is so welcoming..
happy new year my friend! robin @ 2009-01-03 22:49:48
Spectacular colors and composition. Another great image! lgb @ 2009-01-05 07:11:04
It's not the better angle for this place to take shot (my opinion) but it's strange; I love the result! The details are correctly exposed inside and outside the apartment, like multi bracketing. Bravo. Doum @ 2009-01-05 12:18:08
Exceptionnal image, great colors and composition, and ... a beautiful story to imaginate
Happy New Year, John, all the best to you for 2009
SwissCharles Phototherapy @ 2009-01-05 16:16:55
Wow, John, I could just keep staring at this one. I just love it, everything, the colors, the light, composition. The processing is just perfect for that image. Great work! m a r t a @ 2009-01-08 03:42:11
Des couleurs superbes et un très bon post traitement pour donner une très bon impact à cette photo.
J'aime beaucoup!!
Meilleurs vœux pour 2009
Amicalement Hervé @ 2009-01-08 11:25:33
The glowing light certainly do help to enhance the atmosphere here. Nicely done. Sean @ 2009-01-13 22:37:01
Perfect treatment, I love the softness of this photo ! krusaf @ 2009-01-19 18:51:23
Nice dreamy quality to this shot. Great lighting and colors. Alice @ 2009-01-23 22:39:03
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[CLOSE]Chris Legg @ 2008-12-27 15:26:00
I love the warmth of the light and the detail that's characteristic in all of your photography. There's something more to this one, though. A softness about it that I like a lot.
Great work as always.
Dustin W. Fletcher @ 2008-12-27 16:04:24
Pristine and colourful, a joy to the eye. An exceptional image from an exceptional talent. First class
EYES WIDE SHUT @ 2008-12-27 16:04:44
Marcie @ 2008-12-27 16:04:52
yz @ 2008-12-27 16:11:29
Arnd @ 2008-12-27 16:11:29
You gave the scene a bit a "CSI"-mood. Like I'm watching some kind of episode on television. Nice though.
janko @ 2008-12-27 17:22:11
Bill Phillips @ 2008-12-27 17:37:16
Andy @ 2008-12-27 19:12:04
Elaine- @ 2008-12-27 19:19:01
JMS @ 2008-12-27 21:26:43
We hope a successful year and a happy new year !!!
One @ 2008-12-27 21:49:50
cako @ 2008-12-27 21:57:28
Michael Paulison @ 2008-12-27 22:01:11
sherri @ 2008-12-27 22:27:59
Sabine (foKuspoint) @ 2008-12-27 23:33:17
joe @ 2008-12-28 00:16:09
bluechameleon @ 2008-12-28 01:03:15
Laurie @ 2008-12-28 01:48:43
Lunamania @ 2008-12-28 02:58:24
Liang @ 2008-12-28 03:42:16
RHYS @ 2008-12-28 03:59:14
Fia @ 2008-12-28 04:20:40
Tatiana @ 2008-12-28 06:11:20
Regards Ade
aadesanya @ 2008-12-28 06:53:57
Jamie @ 2008-12-28 10:10:31
Ivar @ 2008-12-28 12:18:25
Michael Rawluk @ 2008-12-28 12:39:03
Rian @ 2008-12-28 13:09:04
Sumedh @ 2008-12-28 13:35:08
Ivy @ 2008-12-28 13:45:49
Stephen Phillips @ 2008-12-28 13:58:47
Nick @ 2008-12-28 14:29:44
Toni @ 2008-12-28 15:00:10
Alex Caballero @ 2008-12-28 15:55:59
beanow @ 2008-12-28 17:36:05
Brian @ 2008-12-28 21:27:18
John i predict many good photo opportunities for you this year! and the money picture looks better too.
(yeah it was cold -24C) cold!
michele @ 2008-12-28 23:27:43
dj.tigersprout @ 2008-12-29 00:38:26
My own 'reading' says...it comes as it comes...and things will happen if they are suppose to happen.....however I know there is much more between heaven and earth we can put our finger on.
Astrid @ 2008-12-29 02:07:50
Gromitch @ 2008-12-29 02:59:12
BoB @ 2008-12-29 03:33:21
Dirk @ 2008-12-29 04:12:09
Simone @ 2008-12-29 05:08:22
Chantal @ 2008-12-29 05:58:03
Olivier Jules @ 2008-12-29 06:23:59
Avi Revivo @ 2008-12-29 06:34:33
Ginnie @ 2008-12-29 07:16:33
Mike @ 2008-12-29 08:24:30
Mohammadreza @ 2008-12-29 09:10:29
Michael Skorulski @ 2008-12-29 09:33:35
saludos y que tengas buen año 2009!
Núria
NJ @ 2008-12-29 09:38:31
Puna @ 2008-12-29 09:50:18
Ashish Sidapara @ 2008-12-29 10:10:14
Caryn Caldwell @ 2008-12-29 11:19:34
José-Angel @ 2008-12-29 11:41:49
don @ 2008-12-29 12:14:25
Frida @ 2008-12-29 12:20:46
Robin @ 2008-12-29 13:12:31
Olaf @ 2008-12-29 13:28:43
Silas collins @ 2008-12-29 14:04:49
atzu @ 2008-12-29 14:25:58
Terry H. @ 2008-12-29 16:50:29
AC @ 2008-12-29 17:09:58
martie @ 2008-12-29 17:14:31
Marie @ 2008-12-29 17:40:41
e m i l l a m o l a @ 2008-12-29 18:12:30
Susan @ 2008-12-29 18:15:15
harry @ 2008-12-29 18:20:49
Beautiful colors as well.
Mario Jean [madoc photo] @ 2008-12-29 18:56:55
Andres @ 2008-12-29 19:10:34
Pradeep @ 2008-12-30 00:19:10
standley @ 2008-12-30 00:48:54
Vink @ 2008-12-30 06:01:33
I like the general warm tones, and the focus limited to the door. Great mood in this picture. And also a little warmth!
Denis @ 2008-12-30 07:51:55
mario iso101 @ 2008-12-30 08:30:28
Ian @ 2008-12-30 08:54:21
Hess @ 2008-12-30 09:17:25
XaviH @ 2008-12-30 09:40:42
Olivier @ 2008-12-30 10:02:53
clarence @ 2008-12-30 10:32:35
Mindy @ 2008-12-30 10:49:35
sil @ 2008-12-30 13:30:37
David H-W @ 2008-12-30 13:43:27
Claus Petersen @ 2008-12-30 14:50:05
grant @ 2008-12-30 15:00:55
Otto K. @ 2008-12-30 22:03:21
I hope the new year brings many more excellent photos from you!
Anita Bower @ 2008-12-31 08:06:30
Kevin from OrganicPIX.com @ 2009-01-01 11:44:09
Leila @ 2009-01-02 13:27:50
Anna :)
Anna @ 2009-01-03 00:01:52
Radel @ 2009-01-03 01:44:27
happy new year my friend!
robin @ 2009-01-03 22:49:48
lgb @ 2009-01-05 07:11:04
Doum @ 2009-01-05 12:18:08
Happy New Year, John, all the best to you for 2009
SwissCharles
Phototherapy @ 2009-01-05 16:16:55
m a r t a @ 2009-01-08 03:42:11
J'aime beaucoup!!
Meilleurs vœux pour 2009
Amicalement
Hervé @ 2009-01-08 11:25:33
Sean @ 2009-01-13 22:37:01
krusaf @ 2009-01-19 18:51:23
Alice @ 2009-01-23 22:39:03