I was just going to use a random number generator (like I usually do) to pick the winner of the seat I'm giving away in the next Photographers' Workshop, but then I found myself so engrossed in all of the photos and stories you guys shared that I had to choose based on emotion.
But of course, my emotions wouldn't let me narrow it down to just one, so I had to call on Josh Downs to name the winner...
You can see it can't you???
There just so much emotion in Rhoda's shot that no amount of technical imperfection can conceal it.
That's the power of an emotionally perfect photo.
And honestly Rhoda (Rhoda, you didn't leave your email address, so can you email me at karen@snapshotsofagoodlife.com so we can get you set up in class?) I can teach you how to fix the technical imperfections in this shot by Week Two of the workshop - and I can't wait to do just that.
For anyone else who is planning on signing up for the next workshop, registration starts on Monday, February 4th at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time. (For more details, see the post below this one.)
I LOVE IT! Well deserved! What an awesome moment. Congrats Rhoda.
Posted by: Rebecca | February 03, 2013 at 09:43 PM
Darn! :(
But yes, I can TOTALLY see why you chose this photo. The emotion is undeniable.
Posted by: jen r | February 03, 2013 at 09:44 PM
Congratulations Rhoda! Thought this was an awesome photo when I first saw it. Great choice Josh and Karen :)
Posted by: Toni | February 04, 2013 at 12:23 AM
Excellent choice Karen and Josh! Rhonda, you are going to love this class!
Posted by: Robin Healy | February 04, 2013 at 05:57 AM
Bummed for me, but VERY, VERY happy for Rhoda! Enjoy the class!
Posted by: Paula S. | February 04, 2013 at 06:45 AM
Beautiful shot! Excited for her to learn to capture wonderful photos!
Posted by: Cassandra | February 04, 2013 at 07:02 AM
That photo is so emotional, I felt the tears instantly!
Posted by: Kelli | February 04, 2013 at 08:27 AM
I can't view the photo, but would love to! It shows a blank space on my browser for some reason.
Posted by: Nancy | February 04, 2013 at 11:54 AM
L.O.V.E.!!!!!!
Posted by: Aimee B | February 04, 2013 at 12:59 PM
OMGosh...this picture and any picture that shows a service man or woman returning to their families brings me to tears! It's an awesome gift to a family who truly knows what sacrifice is all about! Congratulations Rhonda, you will LOVE the class!
Posted by: Cathy K | February 04, 2013 at 01:24 PM
congrats rrhonda! beautiful moment!!!! precious indeed!
Posted by: Jewels | February 04, 2013 at 01:48 PM
Great pic, Rhoda!! Love it!!! (good going, Josh Downs)
Posted by: kat-in-texas | February 04, 2013 at 03:13 PM
Congratulations, Rhoda, on a great shot and on your win! I hope to "see" you in class :)
Posted by: Amy | February 08, 2013 at 01:02 PM
Recently, someone was mentioning a perfect Christmas ornament he received, which was a purchased glass ornament, which he loved. Then, a student gave him a homemade ornament, which he called, "Better than Perfect." That is this photo...Better than Perfect! Good call.
Posted by: Julie | February 08, 2013 at 07:32 PM