MyPhotoSchool Photography Contest Winner!

11 years 7 months ago - 11 years 7 months ago #248416 by PhotographyTalk
We have been extremely impressed with all the photographs entered in this contest. It was incredibly difficult to pick a winner because the standard was so high. Because of this, we have decided to publicly commend many of the photographs listed below and also give a critique for those photographers we were particularly impressed by. In addition we think that the standard has been so exceptional, that we would like to offer all entries a prize of 50% off a MyPhotoSchool online photography course of their choice (that’s $115). The winner receives a full MyPhotoSchool online photography course of their choice (worth $230). PM "MyPhotoSchool" here to coordinate getting your prize or additional questions.


So we are delighted to announce that the winner of a MyPhotoSchool online photography course is Stephen Marshall with his photograph ‘Blue Angels’:
This photograph stood out for its simplicity. The photographer has captured stunning light, and an unusual composition. The stormy background, sets off the side-lit smoke trail beautifully - creating a unique and striking photograph.


Highly Commended: Cynthia Clayton has brought us pin sharp focus on a small fast moving object which is incredibly difficult capture. The stunning reflection and incandescent shades of blue make it an award winning photograph


Neal Alan Sacheck has given us a high quality compelling black and white image - treated with great sensitivity, this smoking rifle is the most compelling. Great DOF, interesting draws you in to the subject with great drama


We liked Angel Dias’s - photo of the dancers behind bars for its quirky and unusual composition


We would also like to highly commend - Mike Shields, Series of Landscapes and Flower Photography - of a very high standard. The macro shot featured left we found particularly stunning with great use of Depth of Field and sensitive colours.


Mike Barwood's portrait of a girl dreaming was beautifully light with excellent depth of field


Barry McBeth’s photo of a Camasia was also striking. A beautiful light, superb DOF and lovely bokeh


James Kelly – we felt these portraits were particularly sensitive - we particularly like the dancers


Svana Sig – Svana’s landscapes demonstrate a good use of foreground, mid and distance proportions to draw you into the photography.


Mike Caine has given us this beautiful photo of a dragonfly. The DOF is spot on - with a wonderful background of soft green foliage


The following user(s) said Thank You: MyPhotoSchool
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11 years 7 months ago #248447 by Jim Photo
Nice work everyone! These photos are beautiful. :judge:


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11 years 7 months ago #248451 by Moossmann
B&W shot was my favorite. Congrats to the winners!


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11 years 7 months ago #248482 by myartsyfartsyphotos
Oh wow! Thanks so much! All the photos were awesome. Congratulations to the winner on a stunning photo!


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11 years 7 months ago #248499 by Vladimir
:judge: Awesome photos!


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11 years 7 months ago #248551 by Lindsey
Way to go! :banana: :banana: :banana:


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11 years 7 months ago #248882 by McBeth Photography
Congratulations Stephen Marshall, That is an awesome shot!!! I saw a lot of great pics in the contest thread, gret job everyone! And thanks PT for the kind comments on my photo! :cheer:

It is what it is.
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11 years 7 months ago #249698 by Happy Snapper
Good picks guys :judge: :judge:

Gripped Nikon D810 --- Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 --- Sigma 10-20mm f/4 --- Nikon 50mm f/1.4 --- SB600
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The following user(s) said Thank You: myartsyfartsyphotos
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