Photos

March's Competition

This Month's winner is photo 1

Congratulations - to Dave

Critique

Photo 1. Quayside at night

This is an interesting shot. It’s a good choice to avoid the major sights and go for something less photographed. The central building is very strong, creating a really good focal point. Focus is good and the reflections are lovely and clear. The colours make this a very relaxing image and gives the Quayside feel almost continental. Evening shots are difficult and this one is certainly accomplished.

Photo 2. Portrait (Winner)

What a wonderful outfit - it certainly makes the image. All the textures and detail really stand out. Excellent use of light here, particularly on the face. It highlights the bone structure and the crystal clear gaze. The focus is extremely good and the composition is striking. Placing the figure centrally but with the gaze off to the right and the arm providing a leading line to a point out of shot helps create atmosphere. It’s a beautiful image.

Photo 3. Mama Mia

A joyous image capturing a musical moment. The colours are vibrant and the poses quite dynamic - it all gives a sense of movement and excitement. It’s probably the stage lighting but this feels a little overexposed, but it was a difficult shot to take successfully and it works well overall.

Photo 4. Quayside view

This is a very busy shot with all the foliage, trees and street lights which detract slightly from the blacksmith’s sculpture. However it’s an interesting compositional choice. Perhaps a portrait format with a clearer focal point might have worked better. Having said that it’s an appealing photo with a strong sense of place and the colours really sing.

That’s it for this month. I think my decision may provoke a bit of discussion!!

Judge Jan

Photo Competition Gallery - March 2025