Usually choosing stand-outs for these challenges takes a lot of time because of the sheer volume of images that are sent in and have to be scrutinized…but that was not the case for this portrait challenge.
Which is fine because I knew when I posted this challenge that it would not be very popular because every year I try to get people excited about taking pictures of people and every year I fail.
Photographing people is tough. It can be uncomfortable for both the photographer and the subject. Plus, the majority of people in this world seem to not like getting their picture taken. I am of course basing this assumption on my day-to-day photojournalist life of hearing people say, “I hate having my picture taken!”
That being said, and extra big “thank you” goes out to those who tried their hands at portraits this time around. I really enjoyed seeing the different subject’s you captured and the different shooting styles.
Remember, there are no winners or losers, I just pick a few photos and ramble on about why I like them and why they “stand-out” above the others to me.
The following photos will be published in the Kitsap Sun print edition on February 14th.
Skagit River Eagle Guide by Jack C. Harpel
While I wish I could see a bit more of this subject’s environment (ie river or boat) to add to the context of the image, I still think it is a lovely shot and what is shown tells the story of the subject just fine. I also enjoy the slightly off-center composition of the colorfully clad guide and how he’s looking out of the frame.
Angel Abby by Emily Holt
Lovely portraits!
Yay! Now how can I get a copy of the Sun in Mason County?
I can email you a PDF of the paper when it comes out if you can’t find one in Belfair Shawna!