New Joiners - Landscapes #848
Chris Saunders

New Joiners - Landscapes #848

March 2025

Crowd and
Expert winner
Entry 23445904
1st
45

This is a beautifully atmospheric image that captures the essence of an autumn morning. The warm golden light filtering through the trees creates a dreamy, almost ethereal mood, while the mist rising from the water adds depth and a sense of tranquillity. The rustic wooden bridge serves as a strong leading line, drawing the eye into the scene and inviting the viewer to step into this peaceful moment. The balance of warm autumn hues and soft diffused light is perfectly executed, creating a timeless and painterly composition. A stunning and evocative capture.

Entry 23449002
7th
15

This is a striking and dramatic image, filled with warmth and intensity. The deep orange and red hues dominate the scene, creating a strong sense of heat and atmosphere. The setting sun is perfectly positioned, casting long shadows across the layered landscape. The dust trail from the car adds a dynamic element, leading the eye towards the tree, which stands as a bold silhouette against the fiery backdrop. The distant rolling hills and scattered trees give a sense of depth, making the composition feel vast and cinematic. A powerful and evocative capture.

Entry 23454247
10th
11
Entry 23454396
22nd
6
Entry 23460421
45th
5
Entry 23461087
16th
92

This is a beautifully atmospheric winter scene, rich with contrast between past and present. The fresh, snow-covered ground and the golden-domed church exude a sense of warmth and resilience, while the ruins of the old brick structure stand as a haunting reminder of time’s passage. The dramatic sky, with rays of sunlight piercing through the clouds, adds depth and mood, enhancing the sense of solitude and history. The scattered birds in flight bring a touch of life to the scene, further emphasising the balance between decay and renewal. A striking and evocative composition

Entry 23470221
43rd
4

This is a beautifully atmospheric woodland scene, bathed in the golden glow of early morning or late afternoon light. The interplay between the sun’s rays and the mist creates a dreamlike quality, enhancing the depth and drawing the eye through the trees. The scattered autumn leaves clinging to the branches provide a warm contrast to the cooler tones of the frost-kissed ground. The way the light filters through the trees, casting long shadows and illuminating patches of the forest floor, adds a sense of tranquillity and quiet magic. A wonderfully composed and evocative image.

This is a stunning capture of a serene waterscape at sunset, with a dramatic sky that steals the show. The rich, textured clouds, bathed in warm golden hues and deep blues, create a mesmerising backdrop. The flock of birds in mid-flight adds movement and a sense of life to the scene, contrasting beautifully with the stillness of the water below. The ducks and other waterfowl scattered across the surface enhance the natural beauty of the image, grounding it in a peaceful wetland setting. The reflection of the sky in the water adds depth, making this a truly immersive and atmospheric composition.

This image captures a quiet urban street at dusk, with a soft, pastel-hued sky providing a peaceful atmosphere. The warm glow of the setting sun contrasts beautifully with the heavy, dramatic clouds rolling in the distance. The silhouetted telephone pole with its web of wires adds a strong vertical element, drawing the eye upward and giving a sense of structure to the scene. The row of houses and streetlights lead the viewer’s gaze down the road, creating depth and perspective. The wet pavement suggests recent rain, adding a subtle sheen that reflects the fading light. This is a wonderfully atmospheric shot that blends everyday urban life with the beauty of nature’s transitions.

This black and white beach scene has a beautifully timeless feel, with the dunes and weathered fence providing a strong foreground element. The tall grasses add texture and movement, framing the open view towards the ocean. The horizon is clean and expansive, giving a sense of calm and openness. The contrast between the rough fence, the soft sand, and the rippling waves in the distance creates a lovely depth. The monochrome treatment enhances the textures and shapes, making it feel almost nostalgic, like an old photograph capturing a peaceful coastal moment.

Entry 23475176
11th
10

This is a stunning mountain scene with a beautifully soft pastel sky adding a serene atmosphere. The snow-capped peak stands tall above the rolling landscape, partially shrouded in misty clouds that create a sense of mystery. The contrast between the cool blues of the mountains and the warm pink hues of the sky is striking, giving the image a balanced and dreamy quality. The layers of forested hills in the foreground provide depth, leading the eye towards the majestic summit. The overall composition feels grand yet peaceful, capturing the beauty of nature at dusk.

This image captures a remote, rugged landscape with an abandoned wooden cabin set against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. The weathered structures, with their partially collapsed roofs and exposed beams, add a sense of history and isolation. The contrast between the patches of snow and the dry, brown grass creates a stark, almost desolate feel, reinforcing the harshness of the environment. The distant mountains provide depth, while the cool, muted tones of the sky enhance the overall sense of solitude. The composition draws the eye towards the cabin, making it the focal point in this raw and untamed landscape.

Entry 23489076
68th
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Entry 23490071
41st
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Entry 23491032
66th
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Entry 23493941
14th
10
Entry 23497051
28th
9
Entry 23500486
27th
9

This image beautifully captures the iconic Sycamore Gap along Hadrian’s Wall, a striking scene of history and nature intertwined. The solitary tree stands tall, its bare branches creating an intricate silhouette against the moody, overcast sky. The winding stone path and the weathered remnants of the ancient Roman wall lead the eye through the scene, adding depth and a sense of journey. The lush green grass contrasts with the rugged stonework, emphasising the resilience of both nature and history. The composition is well-balanced, with the tree acting as a natural focal point, reinforcing the timeless and almost mythical quality of the landscape.

This image captures a stunning alpine scene with a tranquil lake in the foreground, surrounded by dense evergreen forests and framed by imposing, rugged mountains. The light hitting the rocky slopes adds depth and texture, highlighting the contrast between the dark tree line and the illuminated peaks. The muted tones of the landscape give the scene a slightly moody and atmospheric quality, while the sky, with its soft blues and warm streaks of cloud, adds a touch of serenity. The stillness of the water reflects the natural beauty of the surroundings, making this a beautifully balanced and immersive composition.

Entry 23508059
25th
9

This image showcases a vibrant cityscape at night, capturing the contrast between traditional architecture and modern skyscrapers. The golden glow of the traditional buildings in the foreground creates a striking visual against the cool, illuminated high-rises in the background. The long exposure effect on the traffic below adds a dynamic sense of movement, emphasising the energy of the city. The mix of warm and cool lighting enhances the depth and detail, making this a visually engaging and well-balanced urban scene.

100 Images entered

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Welcome to Photocrowd’s ‘Landscapes’ contest for New Joiners! These contests are a chance for new members to introduce their photography to the community, and get a taste of how Photocrowd contests work. They can be entered by anyone within their first 28 days of joining Photocrowd. After 100 images have been submitted the contest closes and the Crowd will start rating the images. The Expert Judge will also be judging the images and writing reviews at the same time. All the winners, both Crowd and Expert, will be announced after 3 days of judging. Make sure you also check out our two other New Joiners contests - ‘People’ and ‘Animals’.

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This image beautifully captures a winter wonderland scene with snow-laden trees lining a quiet, frozen path. The branches are heavy with frost, creating intricate patterns that frame the view. The contrast between the cool tones of the snow and the warm hues of the sky adds depth and atmosphere, with the soft golden light of the setting or rising sun gently illuminating the horizon. The scene exudes a peaceful, almost magical quality, inviting the viewer to take a moment to appreciate the stillness and beauty of nature in winter.

Entry 23504023
94th
Entry 23505353
30th
11

This image captures a serene coastal scene with a long exposure effect, giving the water a smooth, mist-like appearance. The weathered seawall and rusting railings add a sense of age and quiet solitude, with empty benches inviting contemplation. The distant mountains and soft pastel sky contribute to the image’s peaceful mood, blending land, sea, and sky in a harmonious composition. The muted colour palette enhances the atmosphere of stillness, making this a beautifully minimal and tranquil seascape.

Entry 23505870
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Entry 23507070
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Entry 23507098
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Entry 23507490
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