Judges' Comments
Some images go beyond technicalities – they pull and push our emotions.  They call for a human response.  The dominance of blue calms us, the leading lines draw us to the red heart.  The story unfolds – the peeling paint, the cat door.  Does a small child own the heart?  The spectacular highlight on the heart creates a sparkle – Sophie’s heart gives us hope.

Another minimalist image and yet it tells such a big story.  The almost monochrome aspect lulls us into a, “that’s nice” feel when WHAM!!  The pink heart sings out to you.  The peeling paint and rusty iron contrast perfectly with the glorious shiny heart.  A truly evocative image which will hold the viewer’s attention for a very long time.

 

 

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Photographic Awards

The York Society Photographic Awards are held annually in March or April in the Sandalwood Gallery, Avon Tce, York.  The exhibition is open 10am-4pm daily. Entries are invited from Western Australian residents.

In 2012 it will be held
31 March-9 April

Awards are offered in the following categories:

1. Open Colour: $400.00
sponsored by Image Finish, East Perth

2. Creative Photography: $400.00
sponsored by Fitzgerald Photo Labs, North Perth

3. Monochromatic: $400.00


York Subject - in any of the above categories: $500.00,
sponsored by York Pharmacy
 

Viewers' Choice - $100.00

For Entry Form and Conditions of Entry, click here

For Enquiries ring (08) 9641 1339 or (08) 9641 1276 or 0428 322 167
email: parkerprint@bigpond.com
 

It is anticipated that a calendar for 20133 may be produced using photos from York Subject entries. Permission will be sought for use of eligible works.
 

The York Society gratefully acknowledges its sponsors:
            The Shire of York

The 2011 Exhibition was opened Saturday, 16 April by
Hon. Max Trenorden, MLC

Judges were Dale Neill and Sue McLeod

Winners in the 2011 York Photographic Awards were:

YORK PHOTOGRAPHIC AWARDS 2011

WINNERS

Open Colour
Andrew Davoll,  “Sophie’s Heart”

Highly Commended

Daniela Azzaro, “Thrombolites, Lake Clifton”

Paul Bastian, “River Crossing, Burma”

Derek Kimberley, “Where Cars Go”

Marie-Luise Kingsley, “Portrait of a Red Robin”

Tony Luha, “Splendid Fairy Wren”

Ric McDonald, “Outback Sunset”

Creative Photography
Tony Luha,  “Electric Wren”

Judges' Comments
This is a superb example of the creative use of negative space (the black areas).  Whereas an artist starts with a white canvas and adds strokes of colour, a photographer starts with a black sensor and paints with light.  The wispy white feathers are beautifully lit and create an almost fantasy image.  The photographer’s eye for design and lighting are excellent. 

A delightful,l gentle treatment of a delicate subject.  An image many people would be happy to hang on the wall.  Perfectly offset by the black background.  It’s often tempting in the Creative area to get carried away – Congratulations to the photography for this subtle treatment.

 

Highly Commended

Andrew Davoll, “Touch Stone”

Kate McHardy, “Truckies’ Sunset”

Monochromatic Photography

Judges' Comments
There is more than a hint of Ansel Adams and Arthur Weston in this square monochrome landscape.  The tonal range has been superbly rendered with full detail in the highlights.  Repetition and rich blacks add to the impact of this piece and it is topped off with professional quality presentation.

A masterful print of an oftentimes difficult subject.  Trees and forests are often messy and cluttered and this print has simplified the subject without losing the essence.  The highlights of the trunks against the dark mysterious depths of the forest give an excellent graphic image.  Very easy to look at!

 


Andrew Davoll, “X and Y”

Highly Commended

Ellie Brusasco, “Anticipation”

Peter Campbell, “Line of Trees”

Ben Reynolds, “The Conversation”

York Subject
Angie Roe, “Shepherd’s Delight at Harvest”

Judges' Comments
Thi
s is a superb image and was the unanimous choice of the two judges!  The photographer has treated a simple subject with creativity and innovation employing a fish-eye lens.  The three to one panorama aspect suits Australia’s landforms and the cottage has figure-ground separation against the dark trees.  A superb image.

Simply delightful.  A minimalist image which shows the local landscape at its best.  The simple presentation of the subject, placed strategically in the centre of the image gives a tranquil and ageless feel.  Beautiful print.  Beautiful presentation.  I wish I’d taken it!

Highly Commended

Derek Kimberley, “Imperial, Town Hall”

Jenelle Denford, “Old Town Hall”

Alison Emin, “Dust Storm 2011”

Viewers' Choice
Tony Luha, "Splendid Wren"