12      January 2005        The CRS CommPoster
 

 

 

 


CRS 2004 Photography Contest

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Congratulations to Elizabeth Schleicher of Ontario whose Perfect Rose entry is the 2nd overall photograph.   .

 

Congratulations to Bruce Runzer of Calgary whose Let’s Celebrate entry is the 3rd overall photograph.   .

Novice Adult Categories

“The Perfect Rose” 

 

The purpose of this class is to interpret the “perfect,” single rose of any class or colour with or without props or background. 

 

1st Place Entry 

Valerie Langille    NS

2nd Place Entry

Elizabeth Schleicher    ON

3rd Place Entry 

Clifford Orent    California

 

“My Secret Garden”

 

Regardless of size and location, the purpose of this class is to show the refuge and joy that a rose garden can bring.

 

1st Place Entry 

Elizabeth Schleicher    ON

2nd Place Entry

Clifford Orent    California

3rd Place Entry 

Janet McKinlay    ON

Honourable Mention

Valerie Langille    NS

 

 “Let’s Celebrate!”

 

It’s the 50th Anniversary of the Canadian Rose Society and we’re ready to celebrate!  Use any amount of roses either with or without props or background.

 

 

1st Place Entry 

Bruce Runzer    AB

2nd Place Entry

George Mander    BC

3rd Place Entry 

Sherry Jensen    NS

 

The judges wanted to share the following tips. 

 

·        Even though this contest is through the CRS, don’t forget that it is a photography contest, read the class’s description carefully. 

·        Make sure that your photograph is well focused.  Even the slightest soft focus can take away from a good photograph.  

·        When printing your own photographs, use good quality photography paper and make sure that your printer is not low on ink.

·        The best photograph doesn’t necessarily require the best rose specimen. 

·        Be aware of surrounding items that may take away from your photograph.

·        If there isn’t enough natural light, use reflective material or any other light source.

·        Finally, start taking those photographs early and often as you never know when it may be chosen as the winning entry next year!

 

You may view the winning photographs on the CRS’s website.  All photographs will be used for a display at the Conference and Rose Show to be held July 1st weekend; other plans are in process to display them at other venues.