Weddings and events
Ata Mohammad Adnan

Weddings and events

January 2022

Expert
winner

What a great wedding image. So many wedding photographs are stationary and posed, with many lacking movement and energy. This shot has several elements which suggest motion - the fairground ride, the swishing curve of the material and even the pose of the happy couple. These combine to create an energetic frame which also displays masterful exposure and lighting. Very creative and well captured.

Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous portrait which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

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This is a fun shot! We love the angle and the sense of motion, while the unique angle lends a point of interest, creating a dynamic take on the genre. We're mot sure what the event is but this image successfully captures the energy!

Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous portrait which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

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We love the lighting and colour contrasts here. The deep blue sky makes the warm sunlight jump out of the image and the setting is fantastic. The photographer has made great use of depth-of-field, capturing just enough background detail to produce a three-dimensional feel. Nicely composed and exposed, making great use of the location.

This is soulful wedding portrait. Standout features are the dynamic angle, gorgeous background bokeh and soft, golden light. It is a quiet moment, captured with elegance, while the poses and expressions appear natural. An emotional and relatable composition. Very well done to the photographer.

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Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous image which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous image which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

Not all wedding images need to be big and brash. Many of the most popular shots in a wedding album are the little details and quiet moments and this fits the bill. We love the sense of privacy and isolation, while the lighting and exposure are masterfully controlled.

Not all wedding images need to be big and brash. Many of the most popular shots in a wedding album are the little details and quiet moments and this fits the bill. We love the sense of privacy and isolation, while the lighting and exposure are masterfully controlled.

Not all wedding images need to be big and brash. Many of the most popular shots in a wedding album are the little details and quiet moments and this fits the bill. We love the sense of privacy and isolation, while the lighting and exposure are masterfully controlled.

Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous portrait which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

Not all wedding images need to be big and brash. Many of the most popular shots in a wedding album are the little details and quiet moments and this fits the bill. We love the sense of privacy and isolation, while the lighting and exposure are masterfully controlled.

Not all wedding images need to be big and brash. Many of the most popular shots in a wedding album are the little details and quiet moments and this fits the bill. We love the sense of privacy and isolation, while the lighting and exposure are masterfully controlled.

Such detail and colour in this shot! It's a fabulous image which demands multiple viewings to pick out all of the detail. This lighting is well controlled, as is the exposure, rendering punchy, but natural skin tones and depth. Well done to the photographer.

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Event photography is exceptionally challenging, both practically and creatively. We want to see how well you can think on your feet to capture dramatic moments with both candid and posed subjects. Focus on the narrative, using depth-of-field, lighting and perspective.