Welcome to this week’s slightly belated edition of our “Photographers of the Week,” where we present another exquisite selection for your visual delight. Our heartfelt congratulations go to last week’s winners, Erin James and Kyla Lund, who will soon participate in the ultimate photography showdown scheduled before Christmas. Now, let us turn our attention to this week’s remarkable selections.

“Scotland’s Flower” by returning photographer Skye Kyle presents a stunning portrayal of the Scottish thistle. The vibrant colours create a striking contrast against the soft depth of field, allowing the flower to truly stand out against its backdrop. The subtly muted tones lend the image a sense of intrigue and quiet menace.

“Silent Watcher” by Steven Jones exemplifies symmetry and central composition, artfully balanced by a slight imbalance in the wall at the image’s base. Employing a moderate f-number and a low angle, Jones maintains sharp focus throughout, with the rough textures of the tower providing a dramatic contrast to the soft hues of the sky.

“Rocks and Peaks” by newcomer Daniel Clarke-Sloan presents a beautifully centred composition, showcasing an isolated island illuminated by lighter tones in the background. The deep blues lend a necessary softness to the overall image.

“Shrouded Peaks in Silence” by Emily May Watson is yet another example of her ethereal artistry. Watson masterfully contrasts the rough textures of the foreground with the muted colours and soft textures of the background. The low-hanging fog shrouds the scene in mystery and intrigue.

“Dreaming Beyond the Glass” by Megan Pirrie captures the subject’s serene expression, drawing the viewer in. The image is expertly balanced through contrasting reds and greens, with negative space harmoniously offsetting the positive elements.

Keara Bark returns with a captivating Indy snapshot, skillfully employing her expertise in scale figure photography. Bark frames Indiana amidst exotic foliage, utilising a shallow depth of field that introduces perfect negative space, allowing Indy to emerge vividly against both the background and the foreground, adding remarkable depth.

“Liquid Elegance” by Beth Blyth showcases an exhilarating moment, captured with a fast shutter speed that freezes the water’s dynamic spread from the tap. The reflective chrome surfaces create fascinating patterns and highlights that enhance the visual experience.

“The Forgotten Passenger” by Rylee McClurg employs an exciting low angle and a tilted horizon line, infusing the image with instability and dynamic tension. The road serves as a leading line, while the red and orange hues contrast strikingly against the calming blues and greens.

Finally, “Burning Skies Over the Waterfront” by Kallie Garrett concludes this week’s selection beautifully, featuring a vibrant orange sunset that contrasts exquisitely with the dark shadows of the foreground, creating pleasing shapes in silhouette.

Let us celebrate the artistry and creativity displayed in these incredible works!

Don’t forget to cast your vote for this week’s winner!

Photographer of the Week is open to all students, so please send your images to Ross James at gw19jamesross@glow.sch.uk. Alternatively, visit our wider achievement page to upload your successes. If you have a photograph you’re proud of, we want to see it!