Life’s Reflections Photographic Competition

Judging Criteria

Does this entry reflect the aims of the competition?

Promote positive images of ageing;
Celebrates the creativity of older people and their contribution to civic life;
Provides distinctive, uplifting portraits of older people;
Challenges negative stereotypes of older people;
Promotes a positive and healthy attitude towards ageing;
Promotes healthy lifestyle choices that reduce the impact of ageing; and
Encourages older people to re-evaluate their lifestyle choices.

Is this entry suitable for publication or display?

Aptness of subject, human interest, originality of concept, effectiveness, impact and sophistication of images.

Technical elements

Composition / Arrangement - Are the objects in the photo arranged in a meaningful, pleasing manner or are they haphazard? Did the photographer use the best angle or otherwise interesting perspective?

Focus / Sharpness - Is the object of the photo in focus? If not in sharp focus, does it appear to be an intentional effect to enhance the image in some artistic way

Lighting - Did the photographer use proper lighting of the subject matter? Do any extremes of darkness or brightness lend to or detract from the image content?

Creativity - Does the photographer show some creative thought or original idea in the making of this image? Is the subject something unusual or is the content of the photo presented in a way we haven’t seen before?