AG|WPJA The Artistic Guild of the WPJA

Judges Comment: What a great use of a remote light! The beautiful beach scene gives me a glimpse into an intimate piece of this family's life and the light only accentuates the scene. A slightly lower camera angle and one step to the right (alleviate the merger between bride and officiant) and the image would be perfect. Great image!

Judges Comment: Surreal, dream-like, whether created in camera or not this has a beautiful treatment with a nostalgic look to a situation that each of us photograph week in and week out.

Judges Comment: Great sense of motion and good use of a wide angle lens that makes me feel like I'm part of the procession. The image needs more punch, add some contrast and you're good to go.

Judges Comment: We're always looking for new and unique ways to shoot a ceremony and this image proves that good scouting can pay off. The curtain helps diffuse the light and also accentuates the focus on the bride.

Judges Comment: Right in the thick of things, thanks for not only capturing the moment but also creating a well-composed, moment-layered image. You've captured the kiss, the officiant, guests and uncle bob to boot! Kudos on taking the risk!

Judges Comment: Another photographer right on the altar! It's rare to see one of these but two in the same contest! By muting the tones the guests become and addition versus a distraction. The bride's veil is a bit blown and could use some detail.

Judges Comment: Sometimes bending your knees and peeking through crevices lead to fun little side moments. Good seeing by the photographer and keeping on their toes to capture this moment.

Judges Comment: Balance and symmetry really make this image. I'm glad the photographer chose a warm tone instead of toning the expected deep blue sky.

Judges Comment: This image feels like it was taken in a european church. It could benefit with a bit more grain and a slight crop off of the bottom.

Judges Comment: The laying of hands on their children's head is well-framed and complimented by a cool green/yellow toning. It's capturing the moment while being totally unobtrusive. My only suggestion would be to blur, de-saturate or burn down the highlights on the brick column in the back ground.

Judges Comment: The platinum-like tone brings attention to the newlyweds face. A nice moment that'll make you smile along with the couple.

Judges Comment: Good composition along with a slight cool tone makes this photograph work. I wish the photographer would have bent their knees, the lower camera angle would have filled the archway with more of the couple and less of the white sky.

Judges Comment: The bride & groom's joy is written all over their faces as they exit their ceremony. This image feels like a great classic especially with the rich black and white toning. A slight vignette and rich mid-tones make this image a keeper. Small suggestion, remove the tree branch from the top left corner.

Judges Comment: This is a good use of 'found light' to accentuate the bride's dress as she walks past the photographer. It's a nice moment as the bride also has an almost tip-toe form when she lifts her dress to take a step. I'd like to see the distracting white dot (light) in front of her face removed.

Judges Comment: This is a quirky photograph is emphasized by the blurred background and heavy vignette. I like the warm woodsy feel with just a bit of grain. I would suggest removing the awkward fingers growing from the lower back of the person on the left.

Judges Comment: A good use of a wide-angle lens and not being afraid to really get in there! The photograph is warmed up with a nice sepia tone and focused with edge burning. The candles coming out the the woman's head is really distracting and should be removed out or at least burn down those highlights.

Judges Comment: Good seeing by the photographer to capture the reflection of the bride and groom as they're on the move. The burnt orange wash and rough grain make this image even more interesting. I would like to see the bride separated just a bit more from the background as well as darkening of the lower left corner.

Judges Comment: Capturing a dove release can be tough and this frame is well executed. This photo is a bit too wide for my taste but overall captures a good sense of place. Luckily the doves worked with you and framed the couple versus blocking them.

Judges Comment: If the bride wasn't wearing a strapless gown I would have sworn it was taken in early 1940's. The wonderful toning gives a unique 8mm feel and make the images sing. On a side note, this image would have placed higher if entered in the "portraits" category.