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The Joy of Sledding
The Joy of Sledding
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Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Challenge: Mother (Advanced Editing IV)
Camera: Canon EOS-20D
Lens: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Location: Copenhagen
Date: Dec 30, 2005
Aperture: f/3.5
ISO: 100
Shutter: 1/320
Galleries: Family, Candid
Date Uploaded: Jan 1, 2006

Just at sunset, we found a hill and lots of families sledding. I think this shot says "mother" all over it.

I rotated it and did a bunch of processing that included mainly levels, curves, and selective color.

Statistics
Place: 14 out of 125
Avg (all users): 6.4396
Avg (commenters): 7.4545
Avg (participants): 6.1757
Avg (non-participants): 6.5377
Views since voting: 1606
Views during voting: 417
Votes: 273
Comments: 32
Favorites: 1 (view)


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01/12/2006 11:23:08 PM
**Critique Club**

What a pleasure is it to get a photo of this caliber for a critique. To me this says "Hallmark moment" and is worthy of using in any advertisement for family activities.

The composition for this photo is perfect! It is well balanced and the family members are all shown to perfection.

Technically you are aware (from your comments) that the snow colour is off. If you are using photoshop, by using selective colours, you can tone down the blue tinting of the white.

Againt i think this is a wonder photo!!

Congrats on the top 20 finish!

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01/09/2006 06:27:27 PM
not placed high enough, such a great effort should be better rewarded. love everything about it, so human, so.... mom!
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01/09/2006 05:13:11 PM
I really like the shot puzzled. didn't have much time to vote, but right now I really think I underrated your photo (6, sorry...)

the focus is perfect, the colors are very bright and right, and it truly says mother to me!

congrats on your high score & place, well deserved!
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01/09/2006 12:56:33 PM
Thanks for all the comments made during the challenge. I was shocked that this did so well, because, well ... I just didn't think it had anything too special and the snow is blue :-) But I'm thrilled to have this top score and bump my older disasters down a little from my profile page.

Daniel, Paul, Sandy, and Judy: I especially want you to know how much I loved seeing these congratulatory notes from you four. What a bunch of sweethearts. Someday, I'll submit something truly worthy of your talents. Thanks again.
01/09/2006 08:06:27 AM
Congrats on your high placement!!! Such a fun candid shot.
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01/09/2006 07:37:56 AM
Oh Amy! This was one of my favorites! Congratulations on such a great score and a top 20 finish! Yes it does say mother loud and clear!!

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01/09/2006 12:41:31 AM
Congratulations on your top score, Amy. Now you've got to beat that, of course!
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01/09/2006 12:40:58 AM
Warm and impressive. Congratulations on your top 20 finish.
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
01/08/2006 10:40:15 PM
great candid shot to always have - good job :)
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01/07/2006 12:01:50 PM
A memorable moment! Bumping up.
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01/06/2006 02:07:57 PM
Love this one! 9
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01/06/2006 12:51:14 PM
I love the sharpness of this photo and the natural light. Great job.
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01/05/2006 07:06:37 PM
Absolutely perfect candid moment. I love it, I love the spontaneous feel, I love that you kept it color instead of going for the b/w.
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01/05/2006 08:07:44 AM
beautiful, crisp shot...well exposed against a snowy background...something usually tricky to do...well done
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01/05/2006 07:59:09 AM
What a beautiful family.
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01/04/2006 01:57:10 AM
Very nice shot. Good job on exposure, great focus. Nice sound composition. Very good capture, I feel drawn into the scene nicely. Good job. :-)
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01/03/2006 11:46:38 PM
This is a delightful photo. Very well captured.
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01/03/2006 10:23:02 PM
Composition is ok. Good choice of subject matter. The image quality is ok. Has potential of being really creative. - 5
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01/03/2006 09:39:50 PM
Gosh, I haven't seen snow in over 5 years. It's ok with me though. Seeing them in photos, I don't miss it as much. Anyway, this is a nice depiction of the theme.
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01/03/2006 08:53:09 PM
Looks like fun. Very nice photo
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01/03/2006 07:24:48 PM
great vibe here!
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01/03/2006 12:38:07 PM
I like this sledding shot because it's natural and not overworked. Mom's expression is great too. One of contented love. 7
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01/03/2006 05:36:19 AM
What fun, a perfect family image with a loving Mum and her children...... So fresh, warm, even in the snow. Lovely image. and hope it in the top ten.
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01/02/2006 11:22:23 PM
Great capture!
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01/02/2006 09:26:53 PM
I love this picture! Great expresssions!!
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01/02/2006 06:50:43 PM
This is such a happy mother picture. It looks like one that is timeless, and will be treasured forever! Beautiful job! 10
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01/02/2006 05:48:32 PM
well done, i really like this
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01/02/2006 05:38:01 PM
nice image mothers smile is wonderful ...nice capture good luck
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01/02/2006 03:33:04 PM
Great photo, love the red, the expressions are wonderful, ribbon winner I hope!
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01/02/2006 11:18:30 AM
deserve a one of top rank
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01/02/2006 09:33:47 AM
Great action captured here. Looks like a fun time for both mom and the kids! Very nicely done!
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01/02/2006 02:20:31 AM
this is a great capture, and an especially good job considering all the white involved. congrats!
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