:Contest Entry: Race

Well the first thought that went through my mind when I saw this were that it was almost the opposite of a love screne, instead of walking towards the sunset, they're running away from the moonrise. Instead of smiling, they have a look of grim determination on their faces. I'm not completely sure this was what you were aiming for, however it does set a very strong mood and you get some emotions from it.
The shading I like the style of, it enphasises the grim feel of it and gives the feeling that it isn't a race for fun, but more something that will decide something that will make a great difference in either one of their lives.
Overall I think this is a very good piece and couldnt be much better, but for i slightly different style, however some styles require a quite large amount of skill, time and software. nonetheless great pice, I suggest you make more like this, wll done.