New Joiners - People #477

A fun and dynamic portrait. Looking down on the subject in the water adds a vibrant energy which is creative and engaging. The black-and-white treatment is perfect, and the tonality has been well-handled. The focus is spot on and there's also a lovely catch light in the subject's eye.

An interesting and compelling capture. The dark, flat lighting creates a strong atmosphere. The image is slightly at loggerheads with the caption, which suggests the subject's heavy piercings, none of which seem evident in the portrait. Strange to mention it. Either way, it's an engaging image.

A bold, and striking silhouette that works a treat. It's not easy making an engaging silhouette, but in this instance, it's been handled with style and skill. The negative space between the subjects along with the carefully controlled exposure makes the image shine.

Fun, engaging and theatrical. I love the fantastical narrative at play in this vibrant scene. Combining the elements from other images, such as the sky and the starfish, was inspired and cleverly done. All in all, good work, keep it up!

Stunning capture. The space in which the performer has been positioned has been carefully considered and is harmoniously balanced. The deep red and yellow hues are sublime. The subject's expression and pose work well too, and the little rim light on the arm is the icing on the cake.

It really doesn't get more challenging than working underwater in a cave. So wow! Just getting an image feels like an accomplishment in itself, but one that's sharp, well exposed and carefully composed is simply awesome. The photo of someone taking a photo adds a cool creative twist.

The use of negative space in this bold, confident and striking portrait is excellent. In addition to the composition, the narrative element works a treat, too, with the protagonist looking like they're making a call. Works well in black and white. Good work.

It is a beautiful and tender moment that has been artfully captured. I love that the focus is on the hands. This creates a strong 'entry point' for the composition, leading the viewer's eye into the frame and up to the romantic gaze.

An engaging and accomplaihed portrait. The lighting is simply sublime, and I love the richness and depth of the dark background. There is a good connection with the subject and the lighting, colour and focus are all spot on. Excellent work.

Excellent and engaging capture. I love the way this feels like an image of two halves—a really clever composition. The lighting on the subject's face is wonderful and complements the sense of thoughtful contemplation their expression evokes. This is lovely work.

It is a lovely capture of a genuine moment of happiness. The expression in the subject's eyes says it all. The use of light is natural and has a lovely summer vibe with it's sunny warmth. The blurred background is excellent.

It is a captivating image which resonates on many levels. Using a multiple exposure technique was a clever way to evoke the visceral vibe. The use of black and white and the introduction of heavy grain also helps tell the story. Good work.

Sometimes, the best shots from professional shoots are the outtakes, the behind-the-scenes shots or the funny little moments when the subject lets their guard down or is simply larking about. According to the caption, that's just what happened here, and the results are terrific.

I'm unsure if this is a photo shot with film with a natural light leak or a snazzy filter on some cool app. Either way, I love the nostalgic impression it evokes, alluding to an old holiday snap. The subject's posture is magnificent, especially with the pink head towel.

A beautifully seen scene. This image is all about timing and light. The walking character has been captured at just the right moment before entering the area of deep shadow. That glowing light on the brick wall creates a lovely 'stage', and the icing on the cake is the beautiful reflection in the canal. Good work.