AG|WPJA The Artistic Guild of the WPJA

Judges Comment: Both of us were drawn to this image right from the start. It looks like it was taken underwater -- way to go! We like the composition, tonal quality and "floating" feeling you get when viewing this portrait. Thanks for the inspiration!

Judges Comment: We appreciate the vision that was completed by this photographer through the expert use of textures and brush strokes. Stunning!

Judges Comment: Another magnificent image by an imaginative photographer. The toning is beautiful as is the color palette.

Judges Comment: Not all bridals have to be shot in beautiful places :) We're not sure how much image was created in camera and how much manipulation was done by computer. Either way, the result is outstanding.

Judges Comment: We like the sassy style and pose by the bride in the unique location. It's a nice moment with the people going about their business in the background. The image has a good use of a texture overlay and selective burning keeps your eye from wandering away from the subject.

Judges Comment: Sunlight washing across the field makes this a perfect portrait location. The rough overlay helps the image evoke a nostalgic feeling, one of warm summer days during childhood.

Judges Comment: The toning almost makes the dress look supple to the touch as the bride sits among rough surroundings. The thoughtful framing and muted colors bring this image together nicely.

Judges Comment: The location, body language, warm tones and well-used texture overlay complete this wonderful image.

Judges Comment: The vintage car, wide open plains and hint of blue cowboy boots make this a really fun image. The bride has a 'happy' look on her face but she does look a bit stiff. A stronger, more carefree pose would have elevated this portrait.

Judges Comment: The graphic qualities of this image caught our eye. The vertical and diagonal lines make your eye work through the image and keeps you looking for more pairing of lines. A simple but effective warm toning accents the image.

Judges Comment: This is a fun, bright, and happy image. The off-kilter framing works well with the strongly burned cloud formation.

Judges Comment: This image feels like it was taken out of a page in a fashion magazine (not a bridal magazine). The pose, hairstyle and accent of red shoes paired with the location and added texture make it stand out as a fashion forward bridal image.

Judges Comment: A classical portrait with a nicely done vignette gives a warm and inviting feel.

Judges Comment: A strong graphic portrait with a little bit of movement, good toning and a nice look that shows off the dress. The reflection really makes this image come alive.

Judges Comment: Nice to see an image from a different angle and the strong, complimentary background help to swing your eye from top to bottom and back. The muted grey tones accent the statuesque bride.

Judges Comment: A great location which is further accentuated by an overlay that adds to the vintage look and feel of the scene. From our perspective, the bride becomes somewhat lost in the large space. We'd love to see the bride much closer to the camera which could still maintain the same symmetry.

Judges Comment: Strong, straight forward and clean with a little accent of lace. The blue of her eye and the background compliment one another and keep you staring right into the bride's eye.

Judges Comment: The low angle cleans up the background just enough for the photographer to make use of the sky. Just an idea: try cropping off the lanterns on each side and see if that strengthens the image.