First has beautiful light on the rugged face with just enough environment to know exactly what he does. Second has great expression, but it could have been cropped tighter. The photographer went beyond what is usually expected for a portrait to come up with a creative image for third place.
Judges:
Lauren Witte/Clarion Ledger, Barbara Gauntt/Clarion Ledger
Judges Comments
First has beautiful light on the rugged face with just enough environment to know exactly what he does. Second has great expression, but it could have been cropped tighter. The photographer went beyond what is usually expected for a portrait to come up with a creative image for third place.