fotokon 5 results!

yes, boys and girls, it's that time again. after what i'm sure was much agonizing and sorting through probably hundreds of apparently awesome photos, YOU and his clan have chosen the greatest few. for a view of the pics, please visit YOUkun's page here: http://www.you-robots.net/campaign/photocon5/kekka.html. for a translation of what they're all chattering on about, see... BELOW!

Fifth Round YOU Photo Contest Results Announcement
Theme: Rain

Grand Prix

Title: Vestiges
Contributor: seiji

YOU comment:

Easily photographing something that can't be photographed, you must have blessed with a Shutter Chance. The use of light reflecting from the water droplets on the spider's nest is GOOD.


HoSho *

Title: The Space Between the Sun and The Sky
Contributor: Deborah

Hosho Comment:

The feeling of After the rain, I can really go for it~ is good. (*^_^*)


Honorable Mention

Title: Snail and Rain
Contributor: VIVI

YOU comment:

Snails were the favorite subject this time. Even so, this abstract snail left an impression.


Honorable Mention

Title: I wanna go out
Contributor: J#

YOU comment:

It feels like I can see the cat's facial expression. Thinking about the balance of the background, this becomes a cute photograph.


Honorable Mention

Title: Early Summer Dew
Contributor: asami

YOU comment:

Daisy... The one flower I like. The light from the water droplets reflects and gives a sparkly feeling, but I got a sense of blooming with all one's might, even in the rain.


Honorable Mention

Title: Purification
Contributor: ChIe

YOU comment:

The Grand Prix was a puzzle right up until the end. This one gave a feeling of bold expression and exceptional individuality. I look forward to your next entry.


Honorable Mention

Title: Yes! If it rains more I can get home! ♪
Contributor: kami

YOU comment:

The composition and color balance were good. It seems like that goldfish is really talking... (^_^)


[ * ironically pronounced the same as the frequent YOUkun blog mention, this one is actually a combination of hosho and award. ]


so there we are, folks, the winners. congrats to all. can't wait for next time! ]