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April's Competition

This Month's winner is photo 3

Congratulations - to Ash

Critique

This was extremely difficult this month as there were 2 that might have been the winner.

See what you think.

Photo 3 Waterfall Winner

Strange how this can be busy and tranquil at the same time. There’s such a lot in this image - it’s classic with the dead tree as the foreground, the cascade as the mid ground and the bridge as background. The composition is excellent with the branches forming natural framing and creating leading lines. The reflection of the bridge and the fall of water are both beautifully captured.

Photo 4 Sidecars

A very close second.

A really well photographed action shot. Great positioning leading to good composition. The detail is well captured with excellent focus on a fast moving activity - even the mud splatters are in focus. The colours are great and add vibrancy to the image. Works well on every level.

Photo 2 Squirrel

Such a charming photograph. The background doesn’t give the photographer much to work with as the colours reflect those of the squirrel (nature at work) but there’s sufficient contrast to let the animal stand out. Some slight blurring on the front paws probably due to frantic nibbling, but otherwise good focus and detail. Captures a moment- a lovely shot.

Photo 1 Leafy glade

This is an intriguing picture with the eye led straight to the sunlit foliage. The trees give depth and add to a sense of mystery as the shade deepens. I like the way the brightness is offset to one side with the really dark tree to the right giving solidity to the foreground.

Good composition and focus….could see this as a mystery book cover!

Judge Jan

Photo Competition Gallery - April 2025