Winter

This image of the Cadini di Misurina, Italy, is proof a panorama doesn’t have to conform to letterbox dimensions. The sheer amount of detail produced by a combination of four telephoto images has created a medium-format look, enhanced by the lack of barrel distortion. Including the tiny hiker in the midground was genius, amplifying the immense scale of the surrounding landscape.

This image of a shepherd, driving their flock of sheep in a blizzard, is a lovely example of documentary photography. The mono conversion removes any distracting colours to allow the viewer to focus entirely on the moment. A fantastic image!

This is a fine example of a classic forest look up. What makes this image work so well is the arrangement of the trees. They are all set roughly equal distance apart, allowing the barrel distortion to give the appearance that they are all convening in the centre of the image.

The wreck of a US Navy Douglas DC-3 aircraft at Sólheimasandur is one of Iceland’s most photographed landmarks and this image is a fine example. We like the use of an ultra-wide 14mm focal length – while framing as little of the breach as possible – to capture a large portion of the brooding sky, which matches the mood created by the wrecked aircraft. A striking image.

These fighting mountain hares have been illuminated in the pitch black thanks to a couple of cleverly placed LED lights. Directing the light from behind the mammals has created an attractive contre-jour effect, creating silhouettes that accentuate their boxing stances.

This magnificent eagle owl has been captured mid flight. The 1/800 sec shutter speed was a great choice. It’s rendered the bird of prey’s face tack sharp, while allowing for a sense of movement in the wings. A fantastic image!

This magnificent landscape was created by stitching together six vertical images to create a seamless pano. Not only is the image technically very impressive, but it’s hard to imagine better conditions. The warm sunset contrasts beautifully with the cool hues. Light sweeps across the range and a still lake provides a glassy reflection.

A blanket of white snow provides an excellent opportunity to photograph minimalist compositions like this lone tree. The layers in the snow provide additional interest, without detracting from the main subject, while the rest of the frame is devoid of all distractions. The way the hill rises on the left helps to balance the frame.

This is a fine example of an aurora; it sweeps across the entire sky and is framed via the reflection below. The punchy green tones have been captured beautifully, while the rule of thirds has been used to place the horizon on the bottom third, giving more weight to the incredible natural phenomenon.

What really makes this close-up portrait of a rabbit is the dusting of snowflakes on the little mammal’s head. The morning light has added a pink glow to the subject and its surroundings, while a shallow depth of field and tack sharpness causes the rabbit to pop against the background.

A frame within a frame has been created by the ice, drawing the viewer to the caver. This subject stands out even more thanks to their yellow jacket and orange helmet, which contrast against the cool hues. The torch helps to illuminate the subject and their immediate surroundings.

We love the use of negative space here and the slightly increased exposure to render the snowy owl and its surroundings a vibrant white. The viewer is drawn in by the bird of prey's striking yellow eyes, which are tack sharp.

This is a fantastic example of a minimalist landscape. The small church’s red roofing stands out against the side of the mountain, while also providing a sense of scale, enhancing the enormity of the snowy ridge. A really fantastic shot!