Bird Photo Competition 1 2021 : Results
- Competition Winner : First Prize
- $596.00
- Judges Comment
- The factors that make a bird image stand out can relate to the avian subjects themselves or to the photographic techniques used (or a combination of the two). In this case, although the vulture is obviously an impressive individual, it's clearly the art of the photographer that has elevated this flight shot into such a striking image. The use of a monochrome presentation is the most obvious choice made and this was a good decision well executed, with a great range of tones modelling the subject. Compositionally, the vertical boundary splitting the frame into half bird, half background is very powerful, with the protruding head adding perfect punctuation and the lightened eye providing a strong focal point. An arresting and appealing image.
- Photographers Comment
- Thanks for this séléction. However, it's been more than 8 months since the verdict fell and still no news concerning the cash prize. No responses to my emails your platform does not respect the laws concerning paid contests. As a result, I will have to file a complaint for breach of trust and abuse of corporate assets. A word of advice for professional photographers who judge these contests: FLEE !! This platform will tarnish your reputation.
- Mark Of Excellence
- Judges Comment
- An interesting collection of egret poses shot from a low viewpoint hide.
- Mark Of Excellence
- Judges Comment
- A dynamic action shot as this bird banks sharply in pursuit of its prey.
- Mark Of Excellence
- Judges Comment
- Beautiful lighting and pose on this night heron make for a delightful bird-in-habitat shot.
- Photographers Comment
- jay wooster Venice, FL Canon R5 processed in LR
- instagram.com/jayswooster
- Mark Of Excellence
- Judges Comment
- A good depiction of the perils of feeding on the tide line for birds such as this sandpiper.