AG|WPJA The Artistic Guild of the WPJA

Judges Comment: This images captures a wonderful sense of joy, which is enhanced by the overhead point of view.

Judges Comment: I love the overhead point of view, dramatic lighting and dynamic expression. It made me smile.

Judges Comment: Stunning image with graceful body language and powerful passionate expression. Lighting and composition are perfect. Enchanting. Bravo!

Judges Comment: Great characters, expressions and composition. This looks like it could be a frame from a Fellini film.

Judges Comment: I love the paparazzi feel of this unique photograph. It reminds me of a 1950’s movie still. The layers and contrasting boy language add to the intrigue.

Judges Comment: Photograph has the feel of on old black & white movie straight out of Casablanca. Focus is on bride but interestingly framed by man with cigarette.

Judges Comment: Refreshing point of view. Anticipating and planning really paid off for this photographer. Thank you for working hard and finding a moment we have not seen before.

Judges Comment: Strong framing and narrative.

Judges Comment: What a fun moment. Great use of tight crop to help us focus on the wonderful storytelling elements in the image.

Judges Comment: Beautiful motion and texture, which is enhanced by the low point of view.

Judges Comment: Lovely sensual motion of dress offers feeling of ambiance of the joyous event.

Judges Comment: Timing is everything. The photographer who pays attention and is patient is always rewarded. Although I wish the tones were brighter.

Judges Comment: Great framing, light, and expressions.

Judges Comment: Exquisite layering with such variety of moments within one frame. Perfect tonal range and atmosphere. The young man on the couch completes an impeccable photograph.

Judges Comment: Gorgeous ambiance of reception scene that has the feel of a Monet watercolor. One can almost feel the evening air and smell the flowers. Charming.