This photo is excellent. If I were to critique this I would say that the dark truck is balanced well by the woman's overalls. The lines of direction keep you looking at everything - the curve in the cement wall and the spacing of the clouds blending down to the trees on the distant landscape. The faces show that each person is in their own world, a common feature of visiting an overlook. The photo shows real humans, caught at a moment of inner thought. You cropped it well too. This photo, and the few others I have seen, are at a cerebral level that doesn't try to force a message. Your ability to play with lines and shadow impress me the most. You have a unique talent and I wouldn't compromise that at all. I tend to agree with every other post here - you are very talented, your work is quality, and you are not trying to copy another artist's style or methods. Art criticism, especially in a contest, can be difficult for those given the burden/right/responsibility/authority to decide what "good" is. On a personal level, I enjoy photographs, paintings, and sketches that command your attention. You can look at them for a long time and enjoy the experience of examining the details and pondering the scene.
