Spring colour
Simon Hadleigh-Sparks

Spring colour

May 2021

Crowd
winner

4,037 Images entered

2,415 Photographers

219,680 Ratings

Entry 9241875
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9317642
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Entry 9322795
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We love the colour and atmosphere in this shot. It has a wonderful airy feel that makes us feel like we're out for a Springtime evening walk. The theme is quite cool but are some lovely warmer tones to provide some contrast. A truly idyllic scene which is well captured and processed. Well done!

Entry 9361799
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9236856
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9241582
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9245475
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9246185
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

Entry 9260301
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

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Entry 9322579
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This is an unusual shot! It's a fun and entertaining composition with a hint of humour. We appreciate the positioning of the squirrel - it adds a perfect balance to the seamless white background and helps create a very graphic shot. The Spring Colour is very visible but is not overdone. It's an interesting take of the brief. Congratulations!

Entry 9370986
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This image has a great Constable painting feeling to it, which perfectly matches the subject matter and atmosphere. The exposure is masterfully controlled and the colour is prominent but natural. Notably the light hotspots of the dappled light is not overexposed, but the overall contrast is punchy and doesn't suffer from an overdone tone mapping style. Well done!

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Entry 9379706
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This is a classic spring scene and is very well approached here. The light and colour palette is lovely and well exposed. The photographer has managed to capture the misty, dreamy feel of the bright sunlight, without losing highlight detail . Well executed and framed and definitely one for the wall.

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Entry 9409339
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The light and colour of this scene is a classic interpretation of Springtime. It had all the components we'd expect of an image taken at this time of year and provides plenty to look at. The composition is engaging and the colour gives us depth. An very pleasant scene that is well spotted and excellently captured.

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Look for gorgeous greens and springing shoots, beautiful light and delicate hues. Capture the transition from colder months to the promise of summer by shooting frosty details, flower studies and rolling countryside. Tell a story!

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