I'm with Kim on this one. I like the side-on pov and the brilliant hair texture; the lamp and its glow on the wall are great too.

I do like the shadows

can understand that. and it is really well visible too. I actually think that that pillow is more interesting, that 'normal posing'.

Shadow play is so sweet here. Yes agree to the choice of toning. Nicely done.

Maybe its the toning but it feels like an illustration for an old map.

Love that shadow! The sepia tone seems to enhance the feel of the image really well.

Another beaut. light play. So many sources within and out of frame, all begging inspection and appreciation.

A familiar tree (I think) but quite a different image. Nice shadows brought to life by your processing.

Impressive technique in capturing that shadow detail on the footpath from the door as well as the bursts on the point sources in the distance. Your "eye for light games" well to the fore.

i think so yes. if i had more time i'd do a little proving example on this image. going to try to remember to do it.