TAG IOW for Week Ending June 22

[JulieM]

Okay, okay, I may have picked more than usual, but it's not my fault! :D The talent and creativity of Villagers made it very difficult to select just a few images to highlight. Beautiful photography seemed abundant this week but was equaled by some stellar examples of images worked with various effects. Here are my picks for honorable mention:

Away He Goes (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13255&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2) by Chesney. The composition, depth of field, and strong vignetting all combine to make me feel like I'm an observer of this little guy's launch on a lifetime of big adventures.

Fisheye Dog (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13267&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2) by BillZ. Dogs' snouts seem to be a perfect subject for fisheye views! I love how lively and engaging those beautiful eyes look and a bonus for me is how the the composition sort of spirals inwards around the main subject.

Anglican Cathedral (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13289&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2) by PestMaster. Awesome long exposure shot of this fabulous cathedral. The twilight blue sky and starburst street lights are wonderful.

Fantasy in Color (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13336&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) and Across the Moon (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13260&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2) by Pacfam. A two-fer! Both beautiful examples of the illustrative capabilities of Elements when in the hands of a skillful and artistic member like Doris. Amazing!

Spring Blossoms (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13311&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) by Martha. Marvelous example of the out-of-border effect combined with a frosted glass frame set off this already gorgeous image beautifully.

Pink Petals (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13246&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2) by pointandpray. The interesting perspective and shallow depth of field make for a moody atmosphere that I find really captivating. Perfect choice for selective color - the pink petals capture my attention and hold it.

Sea Dirt (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13395&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) by Ladybug. I don't know much about scrapping, but this is a darn cute photo and to me is enhanced by well-balanced placement of very harmonious scrap elements.

HDR (Topaz Like) Effect (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13401&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5)by MsKaty. A beautiful composition with a sky that sets of the Lady Liberty silhouette perfectly.

Sprague Lake & the Continental Divide (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13343&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5)by Kim2900. Next year, I plan to tag along on Kim's vacation. :D Gorgeous shot!

Dream On (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13352&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) by dmkahn53. Lovely composition and a well-executed soft focus effect enhance the scene's serenity.

Hotel on the Hill (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13397&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) by Jimac. This lonely hotel intrigues me. The pretty light falling on the hotel seems to contrast the barrenness of the setting and it all combines to make me want to know more.


And, in a slight deviation from EV tradition, this week the following two images will share the IOW designation:

Lighthouse (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13253&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=2)by Stanokella.

http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/files/2/0/6/5/3/3628432382_b82a0f2f80_o_thumb.jpg (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13253&c=newimages&cutoffdate=2)


Desperately Seeking Lobster (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13324&catid=newimages&cutoffdate=5) by dmkahn53.

http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/files/2/9/2/3/3/lobster1_thumb.jpg (http://www.elementsvillage.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=13324&c=newimages&cutoffdate=5)



It's been a pleasure spending time in your galleries this week! Thanks!

[Chesney]

Wonderful picks this week (and thanks Julie :)!) The IOW's are both incredible along with all your other picks!!

[TonyK]

Another week of some nice images, good job everyone !

[ladybug]

Congratulations to the winner. Great picks, and thank you for including me.

[pacfam]

Thank you, Julie! You make it a joy to contribute to the Village. Congrats to all for the wide-ranging and beautiful work!

[Edmund]

Julie, wonderful picks and another example when you help me see things I did not really notice. Good eye and thank you, Congrats to all the winners and of course all the participants are so talented and gifted.
Eddie

[dbarta]

Great picks Julie and congratulations to all those thay were picked this week. Such great work here from very talented people.
Don

[Danudin]

Julie you must have been a Dairy Maid in a Past Life, as you certainly know how to pick the cream of the crop. All that you selected must be proud, as I saw a few that I would have been considering might join both of your excellent choices for IOW. Great Job ALL.

Ron

[billz]

Thanks Julie for serving as judge as well as including one of my images. Congratulations to the deserving co-winners and all those mentioned. I'm among good company.

Bill

[Sepiana]

Julie, these are wonderful selections. Congratulations to all! Great job!

[Ellen]

Wonderful images each and every one! Great job picking, Julie. It's hard to keep up with all the talented people here.

[Aussie Nan]

Congratulations to all the people who provided such wonderful images this week.

[Shirley1md]

Terrific choices! Congratulations to all the winners!

[ljameso1]

Great choices Julie. It is getting harder and harder to narrow down.

[MadCap]

Great choices in a more and more difficult task Julie! Kudos to all the winners!!

[mljrbg]

Great choices Julie!! Congratulations to all of the winners!!

[stanokella]

Wow, some great work there and thanks for including my shot in with them :D

[MsKaty]

Thanks everyone for the wonderful, heartwarming comments! Thanks Julie for putting my photo is such great company!!!

[kim2900]

Thank you, Julie, for including my image. I'm amazed at the tremendous talent here on the forum! I'm humbled to be among this group!