2nd dp+ Pick winner

dp+ Pick Winner - 2nd dp+ photo challenge - theme: New Year
Entry no. 5 entitled Dreamworks
photographer: Richie Alano

camera: Canon 5D mk2

There were 5 judges and 4 voted for this entry as 1st Pick in their top 3 choices.

Here are the remarks of all judges who included this entry to his/her top 3 picks:

Judge 1

One look at this photo and you immediately see what you want to see---fireworks, surroundings, and people, which in the equation adds up to "NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION". By just looking at the photo, you can just see and feel the spirit of New Year. Technically, it is the same play of long exposure. But, to conceptualize the photo in the middle of their local festivities is totally genius.

Judge 2

Now here's a perfect shot. What made it perfect? Richie was able to capture both the land and sky activities at a same speed rate...it really symbolizes New Year, the human element of celebration is present and was shown at a very artistic way thus the long exposure, and the imperfect fireworks capture made it a perfect shot for me. I love how the fireworks scattered all over the place it makes the whole image so real and lively.

Judge 3

Good bulb setting on a long exposure shot. I like the details captured with the children playing on the sides and the human element.

Judge 5

A match of technical skill, aesthetic appeal, theme adaptation and creativity all put together. Elements all gelled together to create an apt interpretation of the theme. It is a live photo that presents the feel and festivities in celebrating the New Year.

total score: 349/500

This photo won by majority votes as top pick for each judge. Congratulations, Richie Alano for winning the dp+ Pick, job well done!