CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: First
Photographer: Dean Dampney, naomianddean.com.au
Location: Austrailia
Judges’ Comments: Remarkable for its graphic composition that contrasts light and dark, circular and vertical forms, Dampney’s artful image recalls a traditional Japanese scroll. The bridal procession appears orderly, ceremonious, and silent against the lush tropical forest.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Second
Photographer: Jane Shauck, photoiris.com
Location: Conneticut
Judges’ Comments: The blur and angle of this picture add to its sense of fun and excitement. It makes you want to be part of the party.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Third
Photographer: Amy Newman, amynewmanphotography.com.
Location: New Jersey
Judges’ Comments: Connectivity between all of the people is comforting and the sweetness of the young girl adds to the calming atmosphere. The bouquets add that pop of color as a graphic element.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Fourth
Photographer: Felipe Pereira, fpereiraphoto.com.
Location: Missouri
Judges’ Comments: He's really man's best friend and just one of the guys. All are groomed for the occasion.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Fifth
Photographer: Jessica Weiser, jessicaweiser.com.
Location: Maine
Judges’ Comments: It's always nice to see people physically close while having their own private exchanges with each other. It is unexpected to see the bride comfort the bridesmaid.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Sixth
Photographer: Kent Meireis, kentmeireisphotograpghy.com
Location: Colorado
Judges’ Comments: This is quite funny and unusual. It makes you want to know what they are rating.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Seventh
Photographer: Jennifer Cody, egomediaphotography.com
Location: Maryland
Judges’ Comments: The juxtaposition of the adult males and young boys is very sweet and gives the image a vintage feel.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Eighth
Photographer: Carla Ten Eyck, photosbycarla.com
Location: Conneticut
Judges’ Comments: This photographer caught a priceless moment mid-air. The colors pop everywhere draw your eyes right into the water.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Ninth
Photographer: Sandor Welsh, sandorwelsh.com
Location: Pennsylvania
Judges’ Comments: There are so many affectionate faces displaying such a range of emotions.
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CATEGORY: BRIDAL PARTY
Place: Tenth
Photographer: Scott Juarez, scottandtemphotography.com
Location: Texas
Judges’ Comments: The photographer's angle allows you to see the repetition of arms, glasses and pearls. It has a sense of motion so your eyes keep moving around the image.
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