JUDGES' SITE: "Nature's Dynamic Palette" Photo Show
Theme and Categories
A natural subject that highlights an aspect of ‘Nature’s Dynamic Palette.’
- Shadow & Light (interesting shadows and silhouettes, unique object lighting, sunlight rays, bokeh effect)
- Water & Reflection (lakes, raindrops, reflections in water, ice)
- Color & Contrast (scenes with vivid and contrasting colors, flower gardens or arrangements)
Inquiries
For inquiries or tech challenges during the judging period, please contact mlgardenclub@gmail.com.
Judging
- Judges will assess entries across six (6) categories on a scale of 1-7, with 7 being Exceptional
- Scores will be averaged across judges by photo
Judging Categories
- Conformance (5%): Entry meets base requirements and conforms to core theme
- Interpretation of Category or Theme (10%): Entry is illustrative of the category in which it was entered
- Composition/Arrangement (25%): Entry reflect object arranged in a meaningful, pleasing manner use the best angle or otherwise interesting perspective?
- Artistry/Creativity (25%): Elements brought together to show creative thought or original idea portrayed in the image, which may also be shown from a non-traditional point of view or perspective
- Technical (25%): Thoughtful attention to proper exposure, white balance and depth of field
- Impact (10%): Effectiveness of visual communication between photographer and viewer and overall appeal of photo
