Thank you so much for the opportunity to Guest Judge this week. It was so fun viewing all the lovely (and I do mean, lovely) images shared! It was very difficult narrowing down the tops, but I don't think you'll be disappointed with the those selected! Without further adieu...
This image popped out to me because of its unique use of blur. The blur is created not from shallow depth of field or motion, but rather from a blurry glass in front of the subject. "Hats off" for creativity!
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The use of blur here creates mystery and intrigue. It's a lovely, moody profile shot, veiled behind shadows and blur.
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The fact that the whole image is blurry makes this so impressionistic in style. The composition is very strong and the bokeh is lovely. I would hang this in my beach house if I had one!
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The subject's moody pose captures the interest, and the fact that she is not quite in focus adds intrigue. The composition is very strong with her in the corner of the frame, surrounded by darkness.
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I was drawn to this image initially for the girl's hit of a smile (almost reminiscent of the Mona Lisa). I love the use of blur, drawing the eye to the subject.
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This one is so dreamy. The use of blur and texture here creates an almost "chalk drawing effect".
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This one is so subtle in its strength. It has a strong composition and looks like a watercolor technique called, "washes". Very artistic!
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I kept coming back to this one. The little girl's face is so classic, and the blur surrounding her just draws it out. Great composition too!
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What a stunning model! What a stunning photograph! The lighting is perfect and the blur creates softness and draws the attention up toward her eye. Beautiful!
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This one is so dreamy in its blur. The colors are complimentary, blue and orange. And though the pathway behind her makes you think that the image has a center composition, the subject pulls the eye back into the "rule of thirds" composition. Well done!
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...and the winner is...
This one was submitted early in the contest, and I fell in love! The use of blur is unique and intentional. I love the sharp focus of the flower and the mystery behind the veiled girl. Stunningly beautiful!
Thank you all for a great week,
Sonya Adcock
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