Nice work on the annual wildlife challenge!
Remember there aren’t any winners or losers, I just pick a few images and ramble on about why they “standout” to me for various reasons.
The following photos will be published in the Sunday, November 13th edition of the Kitsap Sun.
This image of Donna’s was hands down my favorite of all the images entered. This frame has perfect composition with lovely saturated colors but most of all the subject matter is just amazing! Would this image be as strong as it is if it was just of the bird standing at the water and not the painterly reflection that Donna photographed? I’m not sure because this out-of-the-box capture gives the viewer pause because while yes it is obviously a bird at first glance there is just something different about it that needs to be thought about and getting the viewer to study an image instead of just glancing at it should always be a photographers goal. It is a gorgeous and well executed image.
I love the details of the different textures of the otter and log that are on display in this frame. The composition is also really nice with the otter perched right in the middle of the frame.
This is a beautiful stop action image of a hummingbird in mid flight and the focus is tack sharp showcasing the stunning tiny details of the feathers. The out-of-focus background hue really makes the small bit of green on the bird’s back really pop and also ties the background to the subject really well.
I really enjoy the details of this rabbit’s face as it is eating while Kyle snaps away freezing its dinner in mid-munch. While the lighting of the image is a little dark, I think it matches the mood of what might be some late in the day snacking for this furry friend. The composition if the image is also really nice with the lightly lit flora on the left to balance the rabbit on the right.
This frame of Noelle’s showcases the beauty of the Northwest just perfectly by not only putting those orcas front and center in the frame but also by showing a bit of their habitat or location by including the beautiful backdrop of coastline and foreground of water. While images of wildlife up-close and personal without any distracting backgrounds and foregrounds are always appreciated, it really helps the moment by letting the viewer take in the surroundings as well.
Wow! I have some awesome wildlife shots but I never got around to sending them in. After seeing these, I don’t feel so bad for “missing the boat” as the photos you selected are amazing!!!