I think when done right it can be a powerful technique.  I cant think of a photo off-hand which fulfils that sentiment but if anyone has ever watched the film Schindler's List then you will know what i mean ;)

I have used it a few times and even did a mini series in a graveyard using it, but as mentioned it really has to fit the photo, otherwise it just looks bad and contrived rather than creating an atmosphere or emotion - and i'm not saying mine did either, i was just experimenting.  Personally i think the eye thing is overdone but it can still look good if done well.

"In every colour, there's the light.
In every stone sleeps a crystal.
Remember the Shaman, when he used to say:
Man is the dream of the Dolphin"

Rich Meadows Photography