Soft Toys
Steve James

Soft Toys

October 2019

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Fabulous fun, quality and processing makes this image stand out in its own right. Full sharpness from front to back adds to the illusion that the lowest leaves could blow onto my keyboard at any second. Obviously a composite yet I fail to see any obvious flaws. Well Done!

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Entry 5032533
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This image ticks all the boxes and just works so well as a cute image that brings the toy to life with soft lighting and appealing eyes. I like the post processing texture blending and border work that adds to the atmosphere. If I have to be picky, and when making a decision on a winner I have to be, the texture blend bleeds quite heavily from the background into the foreground that could be held back with lightly painting a mask. However I'm not familiar with the editing software used and this may have not been possible. Despite this it still wins my heart and I realise that it deserves to get the top position because it keeps drawing me back to view it because I love it. Congratulations.

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Entry 5042809
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If you happen to be looking for a happy teddy image then you would be hard pushed to better this. Perfectly arranged composition, colourful additions and unique soft toys. The use of the f/5.6 aperture has picked out the front teddy whilst not over blurring the rest of the scene. Nicely done and congratulations.

Entry 5047399
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I'm not sure how old these teds are but they do look like they have plenty of history. Whilst a simple composition it has been executed well with a clever use of the armchair. Backlighting on the small ted has helped it pop on the screen. Well done!

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Soft Toys are everywhere from the humble teddy bear to an array of variations. I am looking for imaginative compositions, great lighting, textures and of course "cuteness" that will give your shot that edge. Other things may appear but the soft toy(s) must dominate the image. I will accept colour, black &white, textured, composite or any other creative form of imagery if it helps the image. I hope you have fun with the contest.

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