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I think we feel her pride, her emotion. Great reflection to complete the link between her emotion and the event. Not an easy photograph to take and make work, but it does. Good vision on the photographer’s part. A seemingly simple picture that expresses a great deal. Great work.

Wonderful expression on the woman's face made this pic strong.

Excellent use of the reflection of the bride to strengthen the image. The details on the table add to the image. I like the window frame right above the eyes. It seems to bring our attention more to the look on her face.

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This was a stand out first for me. Lovely composition and such heartfelt emotion on the brides face and in her body language.

Excellent use of storytelling layers in this image. I like the man using the walker under the arch. The couple is obviously caught up in the emotion of their love. I would probably crop the right side a lit bit tighter.

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This is the opposite of an expected wedding picture. Another intriguing moment, is she sad, having second thoughts, annoyed that the groom is late? I don’t know, and those are the kind of pictures I often like.

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The mirroring of the two laughing women is great seeing and composing by the photographer, a peak moment plus thoughtful composition.

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This looks like a true moment between friends/family members. The longer lens choice really simplifies the photo and puts all of the attention on the smashed noses.

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Loved the stolen moment feeling here.

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I’m not always a fan of rather soft photos but sometimes they work, because like poetry, they leave gaps for us to enter and give our own spin or meaning to verse or visuals. The large hand with a death-grip on his shoulder exudes emotion, while the almost quivering lip and teary eyes compliments and explains the hand. Though visually separated, the link between the hand and face is enormous. I wouldn’t change a thing.

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What could have been an ordinary hug picture is far from it because of the inclusion of the unique expressions and body language of the other people in the frame. Another, 'I don’t know exactly what is going on' but it’s very interesting.

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I think for every bride, this is one of the moments they are looking for photographers to capture. Nicely exposed image with a good range of tones. I liked the position using the bride to frame the groom. It is too loose with wasted space on the right side, bring them closer together. Also the head merger with the flowers is distracting. It could have been eliminated by moving slightly to the left.

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This category was all about capturing a moment and this one succeeded nicely. The bride's face as well as her hands say everything.

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The groom’s upraised fist and the look on the bride’s face made me look at this image several times. The tonal range is great. Would like to see the background more blurred.

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Photographer caught the absolute joy on the bride's face and the vertical composition was really appealing.

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Just a pure slice of life moment composed beautifully with a wonderful use of natural light combined with a clean background. The touch of the lips instead of an actual kiss brings the moment to life more.