Imperfect

This past week we had the please of having Tonya, with Moments by Mancuso, as our guest judge.  Tonya picked an Imperfection theme and said she had a tough time narrowing down her choices.  There were so many great photos! Thank you to all who participated.   

Here are Tonya's top favorites:

Teal Garcia Photography

             

I loved this image the second I saw it.  The mood, the movement, it’s perfectly imperfect!

Bree Friesen Photography

The imperfection here adds to the mystery and emotion of this image! Beautiful work!

Judy Whitmore Photography

  

Imperfections can mean many different things.  I am usually drawn to more technical imperfections but this expression and setting are hard to ignore! Love the rawness!

Jill Seely Photography

 

I really love the moment in this image.  I always say emotion trumps everything else.  Wonderful capture!

Ashley Soeder Photograph
   

Hair images are the perfect example of how the imperfections can really make the image, as it did in this one! The glow, the movement and the “missed” focus make this a perfect image!

Everbranch Photography

 

Once again, a perfect example of how moving hair can make us miss focus but can make the image more interesting! Love this!

It's Still Life Photography by Elizabeth Willson

 

Movement, mystery, symmetry-this image has it all.  Wonderful example of looking past imperfections to see the beauty!

Cassie Wilson Photography, LLC

 

Every time I see this image it makes me giggle.  What a perfectly timed capture!  This just supports my case that imperfections are much more intriguing!

Salty Air Creations
 

I love the story behind the imperfections here! That snow bokeh adds beauty even though the focus was missed.  This image speaks to my soul!

Lindsey Bramlett Photography

 

This conversion caught my attention immediately but it was the “imperfect" focus that wrapped me in. It has movement and interesting bokeh as we take a closer look.  Beautiful!

and the winner…………

Jenna Dallaire Photography

 

This image is full of imperfection but there’s a wonderful story here and it’s the imperfections that make it perfect! The pop of colors, the layers, and the missing elements are what made this my top choice!

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Tonya
Moments by Mancuso

Extraordinary in the Ordinary

Last week we had the pleasure of having Jordan Voight, with Jordan Voigt Photography, as our guest judge. She picked the theme "Extraordinary in the Ordinary" and had an array of amazing images to choose from.  Here are Jordan's favorites.  

Top 10 in no particular order:

Crystal Freemon Photography

I went back to this capture several times, something about it just drew me in. I love the moment and the tones. 

Kelsey Lewis

The lighting, the connection, the shapes. Everything about it is perfect! 

Sweet Rose Elise Photography

This one makes me smile. I want to be on that street corner eating ice cream! 

Dotka Photography

I love the lines and the sky. It is simple, yet extraordinary! 

Michelle McKay Photographer

This one impresses me so much! It looks like something that might ordinarily get passed over, but the attention to details it impeccable. I love all the lines and shapes. 

‎Chelsea Furlong‎

The shapes and shadows make this capture so interesting. Great eye! 

Laura Leibowitz Photography

I love this perspective and the sweet story here. 

Marci B Photography

The dramatic sky and reflections are so beautiful! 

Carrie Paterna Photography

Such a cool way to look at playing in the park. I love the movement! 

Once Upon A Time By Christine Trimble

I love the little peep of sun flare coming from the window and all of the different colors! 

And the WINNER is...

Mandi Johnson Photography

The moment I saw this image, it was an instant favorite of mine! I just love everything about it! 

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Tia Costello

The Vintage Wheel Photography

{winter light}

Summer light gets all the glory, but I love the magic of winter light!   The contest of warm and cool,

the reflection off of glittering snow, the blue hue of an overcast summer afternoon, and, oh, we can't forget the light bokeh!  

The Snap Maven community submitted so many gorgeous shots that it was hard to narrow it down, but these {winter light} images all had something in common -- that wonder and magic that only exists during this time of year!

My favorite element of this image is the uncertainty.  I don't know exactly what is happening here, but it feels like a comforting dream.  The setting could be anywhere from a church to a common front door, and all of those possibilities keep me in this images, creating story after story.
Rubylee Photography

Christmas at the Most Magical Place on Earth!  I love the details of the park, crowd and lights that were captured in this image, but my favorite detail is that look of wonder on her face! 

Mandy Marie Photography

I'm a sucker for a great silhouette!  Throw in this gorgeous light & composition and the element of imagination and I can't turn away.  I want to go join them in this adventure!
Hayley Hay Photography

You just don't find light like this at any other time of year.  The selective focus and post processing add perfectly to the crisp weather feeling of this image.
Hello Olivia Photography

Wow!  The perspective here is phenomenal!  You took this beyond a cool light bokeh image and created a beautiful story.  The compositional curves lead us right to her in that sea of holiday red and green.
Bree Friesen Photography

Again, it's the mystery that draws me in here - so many stories that could be happening in this gorgeously lit hallway.  I love the combination of tones you created here, adding to the emotion of an already beautiful image.
Reflections of life

That is how the winter skies look here and I, too, like to just stand there and take them all in.  I love the placement of your main subject and the almost undetectable dog in the foreground.  Although the composition is one of solitude, there is the support in the background should it be called upon.  Really beautiful image and story here!
LB Photography

All dressed up and too cold to play?  This image was captured at the perfect time of day, with the warm glow of the sun just breaking into the cool snow.  The beautiful window light falling upon them supports a story of comfort and support.
Rochelle Hepworth Photography

That vast field, that tentative glance, the sun peeking out in the distance - this image opens up so many possibilities of adventure.  It reminds me of a book cover.
Amber Talbert Photography

I love the symmetry and silhouette!  Keeping all of the environment in this image makes them look even smaller against that big Christmas tree - what a wonderful memory you captured here.  

Julie Audoux Photographie

and the winner is....

This image is just {winter light} perfection !  The swirling, glittering blue snow against the big red puffy jacket and that tongue and little nose peeking out - this is a truly magical winter light image - so well done!

One 33 Photography

Weekly favourites and Experiments

So many beautiful shots - I had trouble choosing my favourites <3  -  Jana O./Photography 2204

This experiment caught my eye because it is so very opposite from what I do.  It is sweet, and mystical, and childlike.

Stephanie Twyman Photography

This shot melts my heart.  There is absolutely nothing like the grin on a baby's face because he or she is getting love from a sibling, nothing.  So so sweet.

One 33 Photography

The water gives such a fabulous sense of movement, and I love the conversion with the deep, deep blacks.  Most of all I love the expression on the girl's face, and her goggles.

Erica Finnan Photography

Gorgeous leading lines, and beautiful soft tones make this such a pretty summer shot!

Miranda Chipman Photography

The expression on this little girl's face totally makes this shot for me.  The frame is fairly clean, leaving the focus on her, with her arms stretched up and the excitement in her smile.

Charissa Lynn Photography

Weekly Favorites and Experiments for the week of July 27th

I love looking at other photographer's work and so I've enjoyed looking at all of the Weekly Favorites. Sometimes I'll go to your pages and look through everything. Honestly, I'll get lost for hours. Everyone's work is so lovely. Thank you for letting me into your worlds and sharing your lives!
Here are 10 of my favorites from this week...




Charissa Daniel

 This made me laugh right out loud. When I showed it to my daughter she gasped that if this were her little girl, she would frame this and hang it over the fireplace! Ha ha..I couldn't agree more.



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Christina Skinner Photography

I love photos where the person's back is to the camera and I'm not sure why. I love the light in her hair and the out of focus purple flowers. I'm impressed that you submitted anything after just having a baby Christina! Congratulations ♥


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Sonia Epple Fotografie

Well I'm not sure if this breaks the rules or not by not being taken by the actual photographer it's posted under but then again I don't much like rules. When I read that this was taken by your 8 year old son I thought..Wow! This kid's going to be scary good when he grows up. There's something so whimsical about it..a wonderful memory.


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Kelly Colson Photography

What an amazing venue to photograph in..it's just stunning. The old wood flooring and the paintings on the wall..it looks as though she stepped out of a time from long ago. I love the soft matte processing and well..I love everything about this!


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Summer Cates Photography

The way she seems completely lost in her twirling is part of what captivated me here...and of course the light on those beautiful curls!

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Shonna Cook Photography

I absolutely Love your lighting! I think that the specks of water (or bugs?!) in the air are what make it such an enchanting shot. You really created a bit of magic! I would like to see how you did this!

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Sarah Clayton Photography

How did you ever capture that look? This is wonderful! As I was creating the link here I went and took a peek at your work Sarah. It is absolutely lovely. One commenter said that they could spot your work from a mile away. Isn't that the nicest compliment! I can see what they mean.

  

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Tiffany Walensky Photography

The love between these two is palpable in this photo..and there's something else. The excitement for their future. Almost as if they can't believe how blessed they are. I love, love all of the white lighting. What a stunning capture Tiffany!



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Ashlyn Mae Photography

Such a beautiful portrait. I love the sun flare and the processing. Somehow you managed to photograph her in all of that green and still keep a beautiful skin tone. Really well done!



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stephanietwymanphotography

I have to start out by saying that I really don't like cats. I mean really. I love this photo though and this is a stunning (albeit rather scary) looking creature! Those eyes are incredible..not to mention an amazing capture!


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This week's photos curated by
Eastview Photography

Weekly Favorites and Experiments for the Week of July 20th

This was a tough week to decide on favorites! I easily could have picked 20!

The rules say 10 though and I eventually narrowed down the field to these favorites.

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One 33 Photography

I love the basic simplicity of this image. Soft, sweet, clean. Exactly what a baby feels and smells like (most of the time anyway!)

The little drool of milk might seem like a flaw, but in fact what makes this image absolutely perfect! 

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Erika Magaly Photography

Red skies at night, sailor's delight. I think that's how it goes... This is just such an interesting image.

The colors, reflections, and composition just keep drawing me in. 

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Holly Omlor Photography

Such a fun image! Great pops of primary colors and use of basic shapes too. Triangle in his pose, circle, squares, rectangles in the background make for a very interesting and dynamic composition. 

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Photographs by Jennifer

I love a good backlit, golden hour image! Mostly because I KNOW how tricky they are to achieve.

The colors, tones, and shadows are used perfectly here to tell the story of a lazy summer afternoon.

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Melissa Dawn Photography

We all love playing with photography toys. This prism effect was an awesome edition to this fashion like image. It added just the right summer feel. 

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Melissa Avey Photography

I love this cake smash. It is such a fresh perspective of an often seen image. The muted pastel colors are a perfect addition to the story as well. 

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Laura Lynn Photography

I love the timelessness of this image. it's hard to tell if it was taken in the 70's or anytime between then and today. The combined movement of her hair, wrap, and the ocean too all create a really beautiful image. 

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Sarah Driscoll Photography Blog.

The movement created by spinning and the unique angle make this such an awesome image. It truly is a vortex that just draw your eyes in to see such fabulous curls and that joyous abandon one feels as a child in the middle of making yourself dizzy. 

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Tiffany Walensky Photography

Sweet baby eyelashes are harder to capture than 

one might think and here they are done so in a most excellent manner. 

The color here is also sublime 

and expertly handled creating a sweet dreamy image.

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Charlotte Heart Inspired

This is one of those technically imperfect shots. It is exactly the imperfections that make it so very interesting though. First the ambiguity of what I am looking at makes me look deeper trying to  understand, and what are essentially blown out highlights are masterfully transformed into areas of glow. At once it is both celestial in the lights and terrestrial in the darks. A perfect balance of opposites. 

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Images this week were curated by Mavenista~Julie Moses 

of Jujujems Art and Photo Studio.

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