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Elements nicely composed, using the light and shadows to full effect. ,

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This images goes beyond use of technique for its own sake. There is real content and a connection with the people at the center of this event.,

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This image demonstrates a beautiful play of shadow and light. The loving bride and groom are beautifully silhouetted against the high beams in this austere image. ,

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A simple photo created by the framing by the photographer. "Love, Honor, Cherish" written on the background crates a nice palate for the silhouette.

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Good job of utilizing color and tonality to create a graphically strong image, and capturing just the right moment before the make-up brush actually touches the woman's face adds a sense of anticipation to the moment. The symmetry of the image contributes to its strength, which makes me wonder if cropping from the right - to eliminate the break in the curtains so that the right side would better mirror the left - would have made the photo even better.,

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This fine use of the technique captures intimacy even at a distance.,

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Light falls on just the right detail and also emphasizes the subject, creating a mood and interest that makes us want to spend time looking and looking again.,

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This image stands out with its simplicity and grace. It shines with its use soft color against a rustic background. ,

Photographer's Comment

This image was taken in the middle of summer, with not a cloud in sky that day a few people made their way inside to escape the heat of the mid day sun. Whilst inside I had noticed the stream of light hitting the floor but with no subject I just kept it on mind and lingered nearby waiting for my subject. I got lucky when one of the bridesmaids strolled into the scene on her return from the bar. She had two drinks in her hands, it was a snap decision whether to inlcude the hands... I was pleased intuition took over. As one of the judges points out, it is the rustic floor, the harsh contrast of light wrapped around the soft pastel green of the bridesmaids dress that really makes the image stand out.

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This silhouette shows both atmosphere and that all so important emotional moment created by the children and the bride's veil.,

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Excellent angle from which to photograph the situation, taking full advantage of the stark lighting. A nice touch is that the bride's arm nicely mirrors that of the man holding the veil.

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Impressionistic, and an element that can add feeling to the memory of the event.,

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The blast of light and spinning dancers combine to infuse the picture with a wealth of energy.,

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The east meets west in this throwback to the old world. ,

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Filled with symbolism from the open door to the brides posture, this metaphorical moment illustrates the anticipation before walking down the aisle. ,

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The theatrical lighting and the grand staircase make for a classic photo of the bride and groom.,

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Simple, graphically compelling and mysterious, the photo preserves a moment that raises questions rather than answers them, which contributes to its power. Why so serious? Whatever the reason, the image surely adds a contrasting mood to the day's overall coverage. Cropping from the right to eliminate the light line - can't tell what it is - might have simplified and strengthened the picture.,