GCW
Überlord
Reged: 12/12/2000
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Dear Forum Members
Here are the results of the Forum’s November photographic competition.
This month the theme was “Abstract” and by virtue of the wide parameters this suggests, it has been the hardest to judge. Indeed, as usual I canvassed the views of AP’s art editor Mark Jacobs and for once we almost had two completely different selections, whereas normally we just might be one adrift. So, although I have made the point in the past that the winners are always my personal choice, I think this time it is even more subjective.
Anyway, this month I have awarded five Highly Commended and one Winner — they are as follows.
Highly Commended: Northener — Volcano
I have no idea what this is, but I do find the shapes and colours intriguing. Although it is an abstract, there is a central focus that draws the eye and I hope that Northerner can enlighten me as to what exactly this is an image of! Either way, well done, most interesting.
Highly Commended: Daft biker — Addictive Fun
There was some disagreement between Mark and I as to whether this is really an abstract or not. However, I think it is clever, extremely amusing (I can’t look at it without smiling) and well executed. What do the forum members think? Is this a genuine abstract?
Highly Commended: Pompysnapper — Southsea pyramids
Wow, the pyramids of Southsea — one of the seven wonders of the world! I assume that this is some sort of local building or artifice that has been cropped, but I have no doubt that Pompysnapper will enlighten us. Still, it has made for a really nice mono image with a lovely range of tones — a very nice atmospheric picture.
Highly Commended: Fen — No parking
I guess Mark would not see this as an abstract either and without the curving yellow line it is simply some street cobbles or odd brickwork. However, I love the curved shape and the way the yellow line takes the viewer from the top right hand side to the bottom left. It probably looks very good from a distance as well.
Highly Commended: Badgerman — Red Raffegi
A simple and logical subject for an abstract, but simply and nicely done. It could sit comfortably on most people’s walls.
Winner: Ian_g — Nautical Shapes
An intriguing, almost painterly composition of shape and colour. This is very easy on the eye and could work very well if enlarged considerably. As a finished piece of art this is certainly the best picture submitted this month.
Conclusion:
So, as usual a big well done to everyone who took part — great to see so many mind-boggling images. The next theme is Breaking The Rules, which will be my last AP Forum Comp as judge and I think the most interesting theme yet. So, I will look forward to judging your rule-breaking images at the very beginning of 2008. May I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year
All the best
Garry C-W
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Fen
BAD WOLF
Reged: 12/03/2002
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Wahooooo
4,867 attempts and I finally get a HIGHLY COMMENDED 
Congrats to Ian_G and everyone else!
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Fen .......... My Galleries - My Blog - My Flickr
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Seven..
...or maybe Eight
Reged: 03/02/2003
Posts: 4959
Loc: Havant, UK
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Wow great selection. Well done all
Merry Christmas to you also Garry.
ps trust me the Pyramids aren't remotely glamourous, but I'll leave PS to fill you in
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Tanya(NRIPN)
CastVision
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mark_jacobs
AP Art Editor
Reged: 07/08/2001
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Quote:
…we almost had two completely different selections…
More like 50/50  but total agreement on the winner Well done to everyone!!!
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APchris
veteran
Reged: 06/05/2006
Posts: 1522
Loc: Lincolnshire
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Well done Ian... again! 
Seriously, it is a great image that deserved to win!
Well done to the HCs too, especially Pompeysnapper and Badgerman whos entries were on my favorites list
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Chris 
Better a bad day on the water than a good day at the office 
My Flickr sets
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OneTen
'Two Breakfasts'
Reged: 23/06/2003
Posts: 2448
Loc: Devon
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Well done Ian, wonderful photograph...again.
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Richard .......... My Website - My Blog - My Flickr
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bellyboy
old hand
Reged: 25/09/2006
Posts: 962
Loc: Cockermouth - Cumbria
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Well done to everyone
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Cheers, Chris
Bell Photography
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ian_g
enthusiast
Reged: 26/01/2007
Posts: 305
Loc: Havant, UK
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Absolutely delighted about winning!
Thank you Garry and well done to all the commends 
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Peter_Hartland
newbie
Reged: 16/03/2007
Posts: 1
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Congratulations Ian on a wonderful image and all those who received a HC
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El Sid
Going potty
Reged: 14/04/2003
Posts: 9286
Loc: Sussex-by-the-Sea
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Nice one Ian. Felt it had the look of a winner as soon as I saw it.
Congrats also to the HCs.
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Nigel
Completely BSRIPN 
ElSid Gallery
A camera in the hand is better than one in the cupboard........
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miked
veteran
Reged: 20/07/2005
Posts: 1221
Loc: Shropshire, England
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Well done Ian. Congratulations also to the HCs. Some excellent stuff there.
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Badgerman
Nocturnal Non-Scaredy Cat In A Deep Pit
Reged: 05/01/2006
Posts: 2264
Loc: Devon.
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Wow, a highly commended welldone to the other HC,s and to Ians great winning shot....a fantastic set of images again this month from everyone.
Thanks again to Garry.....now for Dec...
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Regards
Colin.
If I could, I probably would.
www.colinsargent.co.uk
Wildlife Photographer.
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daft_biker
Action Man!
Reged: 11/10/2006
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Loc: Doon the glen
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Nice one Ian..and well done everyone
Glad my shot made Garry smile as that's all it's supposed to do (it's a Nintendo Gamecube)
I think Northerner's shot is something under the sea...one of those things like Nemo lived in?
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Andrew (BSRIPN) ... Pics.
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Mojo_66
Carpal \'Tunnel
Reged: 25/05/2006
Posts: 3249
Loc: Lancs
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Well done all some good stuff there.
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fabs
Carpal \'Tunnel
Reged: 10/04/2007
Posts: 2784
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Well done everyone. Worthy winner and HCs!
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Marc
My Flickr
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Done&rundleCams
Senior Member
Reged: 20/12/2001
Posts: 16621
Loc: Vancouver, BC
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Congrats Ian --terrific shot -- and congrats to the HC's and the rest of the field and,
of course, a job well done to the judges -- Garry and Mark and I have learned my lesson....
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Jack
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BigWill
Oversensitive Jessie
Reged: 08/09/2000
Posts: 33522
Loc: Northern Ireland
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Well done to Ian, a very deserving winner and well done to all the HC's as well! Just hope Tanya isn't the jealous type or Ian'll be making his own tea tonight!
BigWill
P.S. A big big thank you to Garry for doing the judging throughout the year. We shall miss his most eloquent, thoughtful and wise judgment on our images in 2008. Damien will have a hard act to follow (assuming he takes over the judging reins which I hope he will).
Thanks once again Garry......................you did us proud! (He's still got December to go though before we put him out to pasture! )
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I'm sailing like a driftwood on a windy bay.
Edited by BigWill (04/12/2007 01:03)
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Seven..
...or maybe Eight
Reged: 03/02/2003
Posts: 4959
Loc: Havant, UK
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lmao, I am and he did
This is one that Ian has printed and it really is a fantastic shot!
Btw Just been pming and suddenly occured to me if winners, Gary & Mark are up for it a grand finale of their favourite (from the top 12) of the year?
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Tanya(NRIPN)
CastVision
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Bettina
Kein Titel
Reged: 12/02/2004
Posts: 4055
Loc: London
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Ah, the judge's mind worked in mysterious ways!
Well done the runners-up and the winner. Well deserved.
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Bettina
http://www.vibrantpictures.co.uk
Vibrant Pictures on Flickr
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Teddy
enthusiast
Reged: 03/10/2007
Posts: 269
Loc: Northampton
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Congrats to Ian, really fabulous image, well done.
Well done to all the HC's as well, another great selection of shots this month.
Teddy
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Teddy 'FRIPN' Edwards
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