September/October 2020
Cape Camera
Winning images from October Set subject: Environmental portraits The October competition was again judged by a member of CTPS, Dave Gordon. There was a very good entry of 118 images and 54 of those were in the set subject. It is very gratifying that members are embracing the set subject so enthusiastically. As usual the meeting was recorded and the video made available for download, reports LESLEY PAROLIS. The CTPS entries into the PSSA monthly competition for October were First steps by Jeanette du Toit (Senior Entry) and Taking a break by Michael Pace (Junior Entry). Promotions: Crighton Klassen gained promotion to Salon and we congratulate him on this achievement.
Below are the winners in the various categories together with the judge’s comments.
Set Subject
Joint Winner PDI – Set (Beginner) His happy corner by Andre Mouton (22). Excellent moody image, sharp where it needs to be. The subject looks totally relaxed and being in his element, fits the Set Subject perfectly. Perhaps you could tone down the book to the (his) right of the gentleman’s head, it is a little distracting.
Joint Winner PDI – Set (Master) The Foldover guys by Lesley Parolis (27). Interesting subject and fabulous mono conversion and tonal range. Super lighting and great impact. Well done, deserves a gold!
Winner PDI – Set (Intermediate) Taking a break by Michael Pace (24). A very good mono conversion. This is what ‘street photography’ is all about. They look tired and need their break. Perhaps you could have waited a second or two until the subjects on the right had their eyes open and looking towards the camera.
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Cape Town Photographic Society
