Set the challenge of taking pictures to illustrate the theme of light, entrants in the 2007 BSj/Zumtobel Photographic Competition impressed us with a host of intriguing, well composed images. Here’s the pick of the crop from a high-class field

First
Ian Griffiths, Hydrock Consultants, Plymouth

A beautiful example of the subtle changes in colour and intensity created by sunlight encroaching into the inner sanctum of the home. Ian asked his seven-year-old son Owen to find an example of light around the house and he couldn’t have picked a better spot. He helped win his dad a digital camera.

Second
Anne Stevenson, White Young Green, Edinburgh

Natural light shining through the translucent panes of this covered walkway highlights the red arches, creating an unearthly glow. The white line attracts the eye and draws you deep into the picture; an exciting composition.

Third
Anna Edovina, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh

Light and shadow combine with an unusual curved “canvas”. With the sun behind the photographer, the shadow is defined sharply against the black and white background. The form is accentuated by the symmetrical raised arms.

Highly commended 1
Luke Artingstall, BDP, Manchester

It might look like a firework but it is in fact light reflecting off a wine glass. Liquid in the glass and refraction from the curved surface combine to create this abstract composition.

Highly commended 2
Andrew Munro, Halcrow Yolles, Headingley

Sunlight reflects off the bright white walking man, while the diagonal shadow of the balustrade accentuates his action pose. Dark gaps between the lateral timber slats add “movement” to the image.

Highly commended 3
Andrew Rhodes, Arup, Sheffield

Classic use of sun and water, light and shade produces a dark foreground, punched through by the flare from the sun. The different intensities of light shining through the water create a ribbon effect in the foreground and pure sparkle to the rear.

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