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The Right Way to Travel, Weekly Photo Tip
October 24, 2007
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AND THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER IS...
By Shelly Perry in Portland, OR

The grand prize goes to [insert drum roll here]

THE SAINT'S RED by Cam2Yogi

I am so pleased to present to you this year's grand prize winner, The Saint's Red.

I asked all the staff for their thoughts and comments on those photos that were emerging as the top shots. One of them nailed my thoughts on this image ... she said The Saint's Red has the most emotional appeal for her.

What makes this such a good image...

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is exactly that "emotional appeal." It may not be as technical as some shots (the focus of the photo, the girl on the right, isn't on a thirds line) but there is also nothing technically wrong with it.  It is more of a documentary-style shot -- fine art if you will.  There is action, motion, and aliveness to it.

Two photos tied for second place ...

I've Got My Eye on You by mikesimages

and Last Light @ Lake Eola by Randy.

Each one of those winners will receive a complimentary copy of The Lucrative Traveler's Toolkit, a $399 value.

Congratulations to all our winners!

The race to the finish was extremely close. Thanks for your vote. And thanks for participating throughout the year.

[ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Shelly Perry from Portland, Oregon, specializes in people photography, what she calls documentary or lifestyle portraits. She is known especially for her imaging of children. Shelly's concern for people is reflected both in her sense of purpose and the images she produces.  Her images have been seen all over the globe on music CD covers, books, magazines, catalogues, web sites, ad campaigns, and even on TV. Her work has also appeared in several local exhibits and gallery shows.

To meet Shelly in person, come to our upcoming photo workshop at the end of January in Austin, Texas.  It's going to be out biggest yet.  And we're finalizing details now.  Watch this eletter for details.]