"Which Photo for Comp"

[William]

It's getting close to the time I have to get a Print done for a local photo comp , I'm going to get it done at A3 size in "Fuji Pearl" Paper, It has to be mounted on Matt Board 16x20 inches , Do you think I can decide on which one , No Way ! :rolleyes: I need help in choosing the image , I know I can depend on you guys for some help , The Question is.

Which one should I enter in the Competition , It's to Celebrate "Seniors Week" This will be for the "Open" section, you have to be over 50 to enter :D

Here's my short list; Help would be appreciated - Bill :confused013

"The Gorge"

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4094/5605085946_bc4f27c8f2_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5605085946/)


"Golden Dawn"

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5140/5584550118_83643c79e9_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5584550118/)


"Concrete Lines"

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5107/5629359014_b4df6c8c6e_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5629359014/)


"Aqua Wave"

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3114/5851750844_249e8d5512_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5851750844/)


"Sunrise 2-7-11"

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5038/5892269169_95c7ac8f4d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5892269169/)


"Untitled Sunrise"

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5307/5899897564_08a3df6630_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57507865@N06/5899897564/)


Help Appreciated- Bill :)

[Art Vandelay]

Bill. none of those seem to be in 8 x 10 format (16x20). except possibly the last.

Maybe crop to ratio or print in a different size. does it have to be 16 x 20. ? It doesn't suit these images.

[William]

Thanks Art, Just the finished Matt size has to be 16x20 inches , So I guess the actual image can be any format as long as it fits in the 16x20 Matt Board , Is my understanding

[ksolomon]

Bill, Golden Dawn and Aqua Wave are my two favourites from your list. The Golden Dawn appeals to me for colours in the sky but I really love the colour in the wave in Aqua Wave really stands out to me:) but on saying that I would have absolutely no idea what judges and competitions require this is just an emotional response looking at all the photos.

[William]

Quote : "Photographs will be evaluated by a judge with paricular reference to , Quality, technique, originality, and interpretation of the theme" These are for the Open category

Thanks Kassy , I was always leaning towards Aqua Wave , Should look good in Pearl :)

[Dylan & Marianne]

Even wtihout reading other's comments, I would have said aqua wave too Bill - form of the wave is more defined than the others and the colours as per the title - should look good big :)

[britinozz]

They are all awsum Bill but aqua wave for me it's a cracker

[Terri]

Hi William. Firstly, I will say I have no experience in any kind of photography competition! ... My favourite though, is Untitled Sunrise. It is the one with the most interest (to me) in the foreground of the picture. I also love Aqua Wave :)

[fillum]

I find one of the most difficult things to do in photography is choosing between landscapes when they are all high quality. Anyhoo, my take would be:
for lighting: "Sunrise 2-7-11"
for composition: "The Gorge" (I like that the water is in the foreground and the rocks in the mid-ground, a bit different to the usual view)
but overall: "Aqua Wave" (I like the subtle tones, particularly the wave, but I also think that the point at which you've caught the wave makes this compelling). It should look great printed.

Btw, is "Untitled Sunrise" a contradiction in terms? :D



Good luck with it...

[rellik666]

Golden Dawn for me followed by Aqua Wave! :th3:

[William]

Thanks all. So far, It looks like Aqua Wave by a little , Please keep the voting coming on which one to enter :th3: - Cheers Bill

[reaction]

Aqua Wave for me!

[Wandapics]

I have to agree with the previous poster's. Aqua Wave printed on pearl would look stunning. I also like Golden Dawn, untitled sunrise & Sunrise. In Sunrise & Untitled Sunrise I would clone out the white line (?pipe) on the rocks RHS.

[Geoff79]

Well, I'd personally have to go with "Sunrise 2-7-11" and my 2nd choice would be the last one. Only slight problem in those could be the pesky... pipes, is it, in the rocks?

[old dog]

I really like Aqua wave and the next one Bill. Nice wave action in both....and good luck with it.

[William]

Thanks Guys for your quick response , Got rid of those Pipes, But also had a win , The framing place is testing a new Print place , They are going to get the whole lot printed for Zilch !! Freebie :th3: BIG !! to test for detail in the printing , I shot off "Aqua Wave" to the guy that does "Fuji Pearl" Will be ready tomorrow for framing @ 20x16 inches $24

[cam bicknell]

Golden Dawn for me with aqua wave in second.

[ricstew]

So what is the theme??


Quote : "Photographs will be evaluated by a judge with paricular reference to , Quality, technique, originality, and interpretation of the theme" These are for the Open category

Thanks Kassy , I was always leaning towards Aqua Wave , Should look good in Pearl :)

[Longshots]

Bill. none of those seem to be in 8 x 10 format (16x20). except possibly the last.

Maybe crop to ratio or print in a different size. does it have to be 16 x 20. ? It doesn't suit these images.

I dont think you understand that its the Matt Board that has to be 16 x20. The image size or ratio isnt being restricted.

[Art Vandelay]

I dont think you understand that its the Matt Board that has to be 16 x20. The image size or ratio isnt being restricted.

Thanks, Bill clarified that for me in a further post.

[Longshots]

For what its worth - compositionally Golden Dawn is probably technically the best. Subjectively, they're all really good and I can see why you'd have trouble choosing one.

But to be specific - I personally would crop the lefty of the frame (the sun) out of :
"Untitled Sunrise"
because its not needed, and its distracting and my eye is led out of the image

Just put your hand up to block the left out and you'll see what I mean

Same for:
"Sunrise 2-7-11"
But I would also darken down the bottom left to keep the viewer on the splash of the wave.

"Aqua Wave"
I'd darken down the left side of the water - again containing the viewer to the horizon, what you "want" the viewer to see.


"Concrete Lines"
and
"The Gorge"
Both good, but not standout enough (in comparison with what you have) - the others are stronger.

Which to me leaves Golden Dawn as the strongest image in its present state. HTH

[William]

Thanks William, Is that a standard size for Exhibitions in Comps ?

@rickstew, There is 2 categories, "Active and Healthy Seniors" and an "Open Subject" Matt board is to be no thicker than 4mm , This comp is for 50+ Photogrphers ;)

[Longshots]

Thanks William, Is that a standard size for Exhibitions in Comps ?

@rickstew, There is 2 categories, "Active and Healthy Seniors" and an "Open Subject" Matt board is to be no thicker than 4mm , This comp is for 50+ Photogrphers ;)

No not neccesarily a standard size for exhibitions or comps as far as I know - However it just happens to be the same size Matt/max print size for the Australian Professional Photographic Awards - and all corresponding AIPP State Awards. A lot of people do make the mistake of assuming that just because the Max Size of 20 x 16 (inches) that the image either has to be that size, or that the image has to be a corresponding image size.

Its a good standard though. And if it helps - while this is purely a subjective view - stick to either off white or white for the Matt surrounding the image. Coloured matt boards IMHO distract from an image in a judging scenario.

[William]

Yep , Matt board will be White, Thanks for the info William, If i win this or get a place it will pay to fix the 24-105 repair , Here's hoping ;)

[fabian628]

golden dawn or aqua wave for me.

The portrait shots feel tilted to me, although the horizon is stright, it may be the elements in the foreground. I think in general many landscape shots feel off balance even with straight horizons.

overall processing wise, pictures have good depth and feel :)

[Old Skool]

Aqua Wave for me, but is it just me but it looks a little leaning to the right??

[William]

Thanks Russell, Yep just checked it and your right, Just sent the reworked version to the printers , As well as Golden Dawn ;)

[Boofhead]

All great shots Bill. "Sunrise 2-7-11" with the conduit cloned out would get my vote but you can't go wrong with "Aqua Wave". I will keep my fingers crossed for you :crossed:

[ksolomon]

Quote : "Photographs will be evaluated by a judge with paricular reference to , Quality, technique, originality, and interpretation of the theme" These are for the Open category

Thanks Kassy , I was always leaning towards Aqua Wave , Should look good in Pearl :)

Bill, it will look great in Pearl, I see you have sent it to the printer :)
I do like the re-work of Golden Dawn, why can't you enter two (or do the rules restrict you to one entry). Anyway good luck, lets hope this gets your lens repaired. I believe either one are quality images and would win if it were up to me:D

[William]

Kassey , Your allowed 2 entries , In total ,So far it's going to cost , With framing $50 each, Gotta watch the $$'s , So I'll go with the saying , You only need one to win :)

[Cage]

Hey Willy

Mate, IMHO, I find most of the shots 'too much in my face with the foreground", the foreground is dominating the shot and is not contributing a lot to the overall result.

For me, Aqua Wave is the stand out, and I'd like to see you play with the levels to bring some more Red/Orange/Yellow in the sky.

Good luck with whatever you decide to go with.

[William]

Thanks everybody , You've all been very helpful :th3: Much appreciated :) I have to have the entry in by the 8th August, Judging and display will be on the 25th August , Will definatly keep you all informed on how things go ;)
PS : Well at least I'll get to keep a nice print for the wall. BTW , 1st $500, 2nd $200, 3rd $100 in both Categories :crossed:

[alf6]

I think the best shot is "sunrise 2-7-11". What makes it happen for me, is that the lines all lead in some way to the compelling starburst wave in the middle of the image.

[geoffsta]

Golden Dawn for me Bill. I think it's clean, pleasing to the eye and has some wonderful colours throughout. Nothing wrong with the others though. Your choice.:eek:

[mikew09]

Good like Bill that was one of the two I thought would be a go also - let us all know how you go mate. Definitely in with a chance, magnificent photo.

[ksolomon]

Bill, Did you pick up your print from the printer today? Dying to hear how it looks on the pearl paper:)

[William]

:o Ordered it yesterday arvo, And it was ready to be picked up after 12 noon today (Got an Email) Will pick it up first thing tomorrow , Aqua wave is the one I decided on , Will certainly let you know in this thread , Southport is a long drive from Palmy !!:D

[William]

:D Image , Printed and framed, Looks great in "Fuji Pearl" , Just got to submit it on the 8th August , Display starts on the 25th Aug, :th3:

[antongorlin]

my choice is #2 - "Golden Dawn" because it has the best composition out of these.
and also - it has a very well balanced lighting throughout the photo (unlike the Aqua wave, which has too bright bottom right, too dark wave and gradual filter leftovers on the rock)
as a 2nd choice I'd take the Untitled Sunrise because of its great light that reveals rocks structure

good luck :)

[littleblightie]

Golden Dawn for me... Definitely.

[William]

:efelant::party6: Whoo Hoo !! Just got a phone call saying I've won the Open Comp with "Aqua Wave" Be at the presentation at 10.00am Thursday to pick up my $500 prize money :eek::th3: Presented by the local Goverment Member for the area. Now I'll have the money to get the 24-105 fixed ;) Whoo Hoo :)

[Art Vandelay]

Congrats Bill, top job.

[Milbs1]

FABULOUS news William. Maybe you'll catch the competition bug now?!!!

[William]

Thanks guys , I already have 3 requests for purchace of image , I think the price just went up !!:D:th3:

[William]

BTW , I found out the Images wer're Judged by the "Gold Coast Photographic Society" Which is a Bonus I think :umm:

[Boofhead]

Good onya mate, top result! Never in doubt really, a very deserved winner. :beer_mug:

[Shelley]

Well done William - that is really good to hear. :th3:

[dbax]

Well done Bill, Some joy after the loooong week ! :D

[Cage]

Bloody great news Mate.

Get a couple in ya ! :beer_mug: :beer_mug: :beer_mug:

Cheers

Kevin

[William]

:D:th3: This is what I like to see , A few more would come in handy :rolleyes: Open Subject 1st

[Nonas]

I like them all, but Sunrise 2-7-11 is my favourite - with the white pipe removed.

[Michaela]

Fantastic news - congratulations! :th3: :wd:

[William]

Hey guys , Thanks for the help in picking which Image to put in the comp, Thats the hard bit , Which one , It was from the feed back I recieved that I entered ""Aqua wave" Thanks again to all who commented - Bill :)

[Analog6]

William, very well done on the win. What competition was this? I didn't see any as part of Seniors Week up here and I was looking as they usually have one. And is it on display somewhere still? I'd love to go along and have a look at them.

[William]

William, very well done on the win. What competition was this? I didn't see any as part of Seniors Week up here and I was looking as they usually have one. And is it on display somewhere still? I'd love to go along and have a look at them.

Thanks Odille, It was part of Seniors Week, But was put on by the "Pines" Shopping centre here at Palm Beach , They also supplied the prize money , The display was packed up yesterday, I was told it is on again next year

[ksolomon]

:efelant::party6: Whoo Hoo !! Just got a phone call saying I've won the Open Comp with "Aqua Wave" Be at the presentation at 10.00am Thursday to pick up my $500 prize money :eek::th3: Presented by the local Goverment Member for the area. Now I'll have the money to get the 24-105 fixed ;) Whoo Hoo :)

Congratulations Bill, well deserved win :)

[occifer nick]

Fantastic news on your win mate, Congratulations. :th3:
Did you put the lens in for repair?