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The Photography Contest: Round 1 (Flowers) --- Voting
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Author:  Johnny's Fan [ January 15th, 2008, 12:05 am ]
Post subject:  The Photography Contest: Round 1 (Flowers) --- Voting
I would like to say a massive thank you to all the particpants of this contest for making the first round of this contest so successful. 15 entries!!! Heavens to Betsy! :-o :swoon:

I pity the poor voters, but would you disappoint such talented photographers by not taking a few minutes out of your time, to vote for something which took their time? Imagine... sitting there... waiting for a bud to burst into the bloom.... to capture that glorious moment in Nature... forever?

[admittedly, I don't quite think that happened but it might have done!]

Anyhoo, please vote in this way. :D

Quote:
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
4th Place:
Honourable Mention:


Contestants names have been removed for the fairness of all... and the entries have all been mixed up from the original contestant list, so you can't find out who took what that way either. ;)

Remember: you are voting on the quality of the photograph as well as how nice the subject matter is.

Good luck to all the contestants (and to the voters... you'll need all you can get)


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Entry #3 _______________________ Entry #4

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Entry #5 _______________________ Entry #6

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Entry #7 _______________________ Entry #8

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Entry #9 _______________________ Entry #10

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Entry #11 _______________________ Entry #12

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Entry #13 _______________________ Entry #14

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Entry #15

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Author:  Meldawen [ January 15th, 2008, 12:15 am ]
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1st: Entry 12
2nd: Entry 4
3rd: Entry 3
4th: Entry 9
HM: Entry 15

I would have entered, but there are no flowers in Canada this time of year :P
Author:  Starlight [ January 15th, 2008, 12:24 am ]
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1. Entry 8
2. Entry 11
3. Entry 12
4. Entry 7
HM: Entry 3
Author:  MontanaBohemian [ January 15th, 2008, 6:13 pm ]
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I just want to say this was probably the toughest contest I've ever judged. Hands down. ALL these entries are AMAZING pieces of work. I personally love photography -- I have for as long as I can remember. I WOULD have entered this contest, but I'm with Meldawen in saying we have no flowers this time of year in Montana - save in like grocery stores. :P Photography as art has always been something I've been interested in; and seeing these photographs makes me happy knowing that there are many other people who take it seriously enough to take such artistic pictures. BRAVO TO ALL. :)

1st Place: Entry #11 - I really love the colour contrast on this one. And the idea of such bright flowers growing out of dark, rocks. It really catches your eye. The space of the picture has nothing unwanted or unneeded. You also seemed to be very aware of the lighting, which really helped bring out the contrast between the light flowers and dark rock. And it was very well focused. BRAVO!
2nd Place: Entry #12 - This is an amazing photo. The fact the you were able to catch a BUTTERFLY is a testament to your talent. The fact that you were able to keep it FOCUSED and keep the lighting is phenomenal. The only reason this is second place (believe me -- uber struggle between 1st and 2nd place) is because I don't really like the flower. XD I know that's a petty thing...but its the truth. However, I like the idea of such a harsh looking flower with a soft, delicate creature. Wonderful! :)
3rd Place: Entry #7 - What I love SO much about this photo is the COLOUR! Such a splash of bright, WARM colours! The sunlight coming in through the windows and illuminating those flowers is just beautiful. VERY good job. :)
4th Place: Entry # 6 - The bright colours are simply amazing. You really captured all the colour and light you needed to make me feel like I was actually there.
Honourable Mention: Entry #2 - Again, the colour is very nice. And the angle is great too!

GAH. *headdesk* FIN! Ya'll did very well, and I honestly spent a ridiculous amount of time making my choices. Good luck!!
Author:  Fencing Maiden [ January 15th, 2008, 7:23 pm ]
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I have a headache from trying to choose... eheh.

1st Place: Entry 3
2nd Place: Entry 11
3rd Place: Entry 14
4th Place: Entry 8
Honourable Mention: Entry 12
Author:  Turwaithiel Rochben [ January 15th, 2008, 8:29 pm ]
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My goodness, JF, you were not kidding on how hard it is to choose! :swoon:

1st Place: Entry 11- I LOVE this one. (Well, I voted you for first, so that might explain something. ;)) Anyhoo, just the simplicity of the picture makes it stunning, and the white, pure flowers among the rocks...brilliant.

2nd Place: Entry 7- I really like this one too. I love how the flowers reflect in the window and how you captured it. Great job.

3rd Place: Entry 8- I like it how you choose to capture a different side of flowers, more of the ending cycle of life than the blooming one. And the angle is bloody brilliant!

4th Place: Entry 12-HOW did you manage to capture a butterfly? That must take extreme talent! Kuddos to you!

Honourable Mention: Entry 14- I like it how you don't have the entire flower, just the edge and the angle of the shot makes it look complete, even though it isn't.

Great job, everyone! :D
Author:  Johnny's Fan [ January 15th, 2008, 8:39 pm ]
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Hehe, well at least I warned you Tur. ;)

I very much appreciate you all voting guys, as I know it's hard. :notworthy:[/color]
Author:  Inwe Calaelen [ January 16th, 2008, 11:32 pm ]
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1st-#9
2nd-#12
3rd-#11
4th-#1
HM-#15

Everyone did an awesome job! =]]
it shouldn't be legal to take so many great pics for one contest.... :p =]]] lovely jobs, all!
Author:  Johnny's Fan [ January 19th, 2008, 12:58 pm ]
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We could do with a few more votes please. :-)
Author:  Johnny's Fan [ February 23rd, 2008, 11:48 am ]
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Need more votes please. :-)
Author:  tim4x [ February 23rd, 2008, 8:34 pm ]
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My goodness, JF, you were not kidding on how hard it is to choose!

1st Place: Entry 11
2nd Place: Entry 7
3rd Place: Entry 8
4th Place: Entry 12
HM: Entry 14
Author:  Sisílcal [ February 24th, 2008, 7:16 pm ]
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As a keen amateur photographer, I'm really impressed by the entries here! Great job, everyone!

1st Place: #11 - The composition and lighting is fantastic.
2nd Place: #12 - Amazing capture of the butterfly!
3rd Place: #14 - The colour is so striking, and again, lovely composition.
4th Place: #8 - The depth of field is very nice, and the subject a good choice.
Honourable Mention: #7 - The lighting on the flowers highlights them well, showing off their beautiful colours.

Again, fantastic entries everyone!
Author:  Zandaïn [ March 3rd, 2008, 5:05 am ]
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1. entry 3
2. entry 11
3. entry 13
4. entry 4
HM entry 8
Author:  Johnny's Fan [ March 9th, 2008, 11:45 am ]
Post subject: 
Ok, well thanks everyone for voting. Voting is now closed. :-)
Author:  Will [ April 2nd, 2008, 8:10 am ]
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It would be great to have another round in this contest.. I love photography! :-D
Author:  Johnny's Fan [ April 2nd, 2008, 1:10 pm ]
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Yes, I know. I'm really sorry about the delay, I've had major computer troubles this month. We've only had the computer back a few days after a virus hit it, and all my fonts have gone so I'm having to go through websites and install them again.

Thanks for your patience everyone, I'll have the awards made as soon as I am able, along with the new round. :-)
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