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Mathew at Sea World by:Milton Heiberg

Judge 1:I love this image. Composition is exceptional. Technically this is outstanding. Creatively it is inspiring and emotional. You have captured a moment in this young man's life that makes a statement. The exposure has captured the light flowing around the clothing, his hands, and face that gives him more of a human quality than a silhouette would. This human quality helps the viewer feel the impact of the moment that this young man is feeling. The only thing I see that could be improved upon is to train the porpoise to face the boy and what the heck, give the boy a wave. Judge 2:Beautiful capture/composition. If the floor were cropped out, might make it more ethereal. Judge 3:Powerful image and nice contrasts between man and animal. Very good use of light.

BEST IN SHOW
Mathew at Sea World by:Milton Heiberg

Judge 1:I love this image. Composition is exceptional. Technically this is outstanding. Creatively it is inspiring and emotional. You have captured a moment in this young man's life that makes a statement. The exposure has captured the light flowing around the clothing, his hands, and face that gives him more of a human quality than a silhouette would. This human quality helps the viewer feel the impact of the moment that this young man is feeling. The only thing I see that could be improved upon is to train the porpoise to face the boy and what the heck, give the boy a wave. Judge 2:Beautiful capture/composition. If the floor were cropped out, might make it more ethereal. Judge 3:Powerful image and nice contrasts between man and animal. Very good use of light.