photo challenge 3 winner's certificates

Only 1 entry won both Popular Votes Pick and dp+Pick in dp+' photo challenge 3 - sweet Valentine theme. It is an entry by Lennox Tpc entitled "They do celebrate Valentines" using Fuji Film Finepix 5200 EXR.

The following are 2 certificates of excellence in photography being awarded to just 1 entry that won both dp+ awards:

Please note that only winners appearing in this site are considered legitimate Digital Photography Plus photo challenge winners. For a bigger view, please click on each image.

dp+ Pick Winner - 3rd photo challenge

dp+ Pick Winning Entry - Photo Challenge 3
theme: sweet Valentines
photographer: Lennox Tpc
title: "They do celebrate Valentines"
camera: Fuji Film Finepix S200 EXR
total score: 188/500

There were 5 judges and 2 voted for this entry as the 1st Pick in their top 3 choices. There is no vote for this entry from the remaining 3 judges since majority of the judges did not reach any consensus on their top 3 choices. A tough decision for all the dp+ panel of judges.

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


Judge 3
"When I saw this picture it put a smile on my face. The timing was perfect because it's very difficult to capture a moment like this. Very unique, too."

Judge 5
"Kudos for being in the right place at the right time when nature chose to make its union in the shape of a heart which is a symbol of Valentines, too, although not as sweet. For lack of other more eligible entry puts this on top of my list. A quite unusual Valentine and great capture!"

A special mention from Judge 4 but not included in his top 3 picks:
"Great capture, but then this again is a good picture that just happened. The photographer came across these two insects. The other thing is that with the spirit of Valentines Day, one insect eating the other kind of kills the romantic part, hahahaha... but overall a good image."

It should be worth mentioning that this entry also won the Popular Votes Pick. It means that majority of the  dp+ members who voted, also liked this entry. It is the first time that an entry won both the Popular Votes Pick and the dp+ Pick. A tough competition in the dp+ Pick with only 2 points more than the top 2 Pick, though, but nevertheless, emerged victorious. A CONGRATULATIONS in all caps - well deserved, Lennox!!

judges certificate of appreciation - photo challenge 1

5 judges decided dp+ Pick in the 2nd photo challenge with New Year as the theme. They are Paramita Biswas, Dino Kintanar, Benjax Rivera and Omar Jordan de Guzman. Main administrator, Gina Villanueva Uyan moderated and facilitated the judging. Below are the dp+ Pick Judges Certificates of Appreciation. Only certificates posted to this site are certification issued by dp+.

            

            

photo challenge 1 judges certificate of appreciation

A panel of judges decides the winner of the dp+ Pick award in the photo challenges. For our first photo challenge with the Christmas theme, dp+ is grateful to Benjax Rivera, Matthew Matchinsky, Omar Jordan de Guzman and Juanito Vinluan. Gina Villanueva-Uyan, main administrator, moderated the judging. The following are the dp+ Pick Judges Certificate of Appreciation. Only certificates posted to this site are certification issued by dp+.

                

            

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photo challenge 2 winner certificates

Certificates to dp+ photo challenge 2 - New Year theme winners in both Popular Votes Pick and the dp+ Pick. 2 winners emerged as Popular Votes Pick. Joey Rico and Wendy Picton gathered the same number of member votes. Richie Alano was chosen as the dp+ Pick. Only winners with posted certificates on this site are certified as dp+ winners.

Popular Votes Pick Winner Certificate

Popular Votes Pick Winner Certificate

dp+ Pick Winner Certificate


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photo challenge 1 certificates

Certificates to dp+ photo challenge 1 - Christmas theme winners in both Popular Votes Pick and the dp+ Pick. Only winners posted in this site are certified as dp+ winners.

Popular Votes Pick Winner Certificate

dp+ Pick Winner Certificate

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!

dp+ 2nd photo challenge winnerS in the Popular Votes Pick

2 winners tied in the dp+ 2nd photo challenge with the  New Year theme as Popular Votes Pick. They are winners who get the most number of member votes. With 37 votes each they are, Joey Rico and Wendy Picton. Congratulations to both of you!

Entry no. 1
photographer: Joey Rico
title: Flower in the Sky
camera: Nikon D90 

Entry no. 23
photographer: Wendy Picton
title: Celebrate!
camera: Olympus e510

first dp+ Pick winner

First dp+ photo challenge theme: Christmas is...

dp+ Pick winner: Leo de la Rosa

title: Christmas is around the corner

camera: LUMIX LXS

Among 5 judges 3 judges voted for this photo as first place.

Judge No. 1

remark: This photo gives you a potent combination of technical know-how and adaptation to the theme. A skillfully crafted photo, a play of lights, and a touch of Christmas spirit makes this entry my top pick.

score: 83/100

Judge No. 3

remark: His photo is well balanced and technical. Even the colors and the exposure is spot-on.

score: 90/100

Judge No. 5

remark: Although not as deep in interpreting the photo-challenge theme - this is Christmas with an exclamation point! Very few technically well-crafted photos are as equally visually appealing - this is a combination of both!

score: 95/100

total score: 268/500

It was a close fight between this entry and Paeng Balen's entry. Congratulations for emerging as the dp+ Pick winner, Leo!

first ever dp+ Popular Votes Pick winner

dp+ 1st photo challenge winner by Popular Votes Pick
photographer: Paeng Balen
title: Waiting for Christmas
theme: Christmas is...
camera: Canon 1000D