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Me Ra Koh

Vote and Win Two Different Ways!

We had almost 100 pumpkin photos come in for the contest–from Georgia to Washington!! Wow!!! That’s a lot of pumpkin shooting!

I can’t tell you how COOL it was to here from each of you. The stories behind why you took the shots were so wonderful, and on top of that it was like sugar on top to hear what dvd exercises inspired you. We really are in the midst of a beautiful revolution!

So how do we choose finalists? Man, this was super hard! I looked at every image three times, and I went back and took the ones that stuck in my mind most. I hope you enjoy looking at these as much as I did with all of them. They are totally inspiring!

Here are the Five Finalists! (couldn’t narrow it down any more than five–you’ll see why…)

Finalist 1–This image stuck out b/c of the endlessness I felt as the corn stalks stand high above the little ones. I can almost feel their curiosity. I also loved the lighting. Great job!!!

Finalist 2–I couldn’t get this little girl’s expression out of my mind. I love how her mom captured the pure excitement and filled the frame in her composition. Awesome!

Finalist 3–This mom really took a different approach, and I loved it. She shot down, and went an extra step by incorporating a sweet little head piece. Wow–beautiful!

Finalist 4–This image was well composed. I loved the big tree in the background. Remember how we talk about making sure your background accentuates your photo’s story? I love how the big tree makes this little guy seem that much smaller. The color is beautiful and composition is right on. Very cool!

Finalist 5–Do I even have to say? 🙂 This mom totally nailed the unexpected moment. Talk about Documenting Your Child’s Life. Good for you!

Cast your vote and be the winning finalist or the winning voter!!

To vote for the winner, post your choice by clicking on “Comments” below (it’s in hot pink and under “Email This”). Leave a special note on why you love their shot. What a gift that would be even if they don’t end up being the winner.

AND, remember, we’re going to pick a random voter to win something special too!

TWO winners will be announced on Friday!! What is the random voter getting? Still trying to decide between three things. Just have to check back. 🙂

  1. Leslie

    October 30th, 2007 at 5:22 am

    I have to go with finalist 5! I laughed out loud, which of course had my kids on the scene in a flash. They thought it was even funnier and their giggles won my vote. 🙂 This image made my day!

  2. Tracey

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:32 am

    I vote for #5! Tender and unique! Great job 🙂

  3. Amanda D

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:33 am

    Finalist 2.

    I love this photo because it’s so natural and real. This is one that will be treasured 20 or 40 or 60 years from now that captures her face wonderfully and her expression is priceless. It’s the most personal. All the others are beautiful and great photos, but to me this one says the most about the subject- the bubbly little girl.

  4. Amie

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:41 am

    My first vote is #5. I went through all the pictures and that one stands out by far!! Great Job to everyone! They are all great images.

  5. Rebecca

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:56 am

    number 5 for sure! What a priceless photo!!

  6. Jess

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:16 am

    I’d like to vote for #1.

    When I viewed the photo, it was like going back to my childhood. How I enjoyed the crisp fall air, bright sunshine, and wearing my favorite sweatshirt again…but most importantly, how I absolutely loved playing in the cornfields with my brother! They are the memories I still treasure to this day.

    I love how the photographer shot in black and white – muting the vibrant autumn colors to focus on this relationship. Well done. Thanks so much for sharing!

  7. Liza

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:17 am

    Finalist #1 for sure!
    I loved the light coming through the cornstalks and how they’re distinctively taller than the two small children walking through it. Also the bigger kid is helping the littler one through the corn maze…how cute!

  8. Patricia

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:32 am

    Though I love them all it’s #5 hands down! I can relate SO MUCH to this image(I have 4 boys of my own) the nakey, the cowboy boots, the pup(insert sweet sigh)…what more can I say. OH the pumpkin…the hat…the mood…it’s JUST PERFECT EMOTION!!

    There ALL really good though keep up the great work girls!

  9. Leah

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:39 am

    Number 5 has to be the best, I loved number one too, but it number 5 really was a candit moment it takes the cake!

    my vote is for number 5!

  10. Dorian

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:49 am

    I’m voting for #1 because the emotion I get from it. It touched me.
    I am telling my mom’s group about #5. They are all very fun.

  11. Heather

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:51 am

    These are all great! Love them. Since I have to choose, I am going to go for #1. Love the sweet timeless feeling it creates. My second choice, altough I know it doesn’t count, would be the boy with the wagon. (Your DVD is on my Christmas Wish List!)

  12. Jen Sulak

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:52 am

    I’m voting for #3

    I absolutely think the COLOR of it draws me in. Itz the combination of her head piece, her skin, her clothes and the pumpkin to the side that I find very stunning & unique here. SO THATZ MY VOTE!!!!!

  13. Angela Williams

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:53 am

    I have to say #5 for sure. Funny with the bare bum, cute with the dog and I love the lighting. Beside, when he is 20 something years old and his mom uses this picture for his wedding collage, she needs to be able to say “I won something for this picture” so his embarrasment will be totally worth it.

  14. Gail

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:56 am

    I’m voting for Photo #4. The composition is great! I’ve seen what appears to be that silhouette effect (blackened edges) on other photographers’ photos before. Any tips, Me Ra, on how to achieve that? Is that a special touch in Photoshop?

  15. Jenny

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:06 am

    My vote is for #5. This indeed is a precious moment!

  16. Monica McBride

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:38 am

    #1. You mentioned an endlessness, which I totally feel in the photo, but what I love the most about it is its timelessness. LOVE everything about #1!! (The others are great too!)

  17. Amanda

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:39 am

    Wow imagine my surprise upon checking my e-mail and finding out i’m a finalist, how exciting! I will have to vote for #1 because it’s mine and I want that camera 😉 no seriously I love my photo. It reminds me of the long journey of life these two little ones have in front of them. Thank you for your votes and for all the lovely comment’s!
    #5 is sooo funny!

  18. Jamie

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:42 am

    Have to vote for #1. Maybe I’m a sucker for black and white, and maybe it’s just a perfect shot. Maybe both 🙂

  19. Detra

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:43 am

    I have to vote for finalist #1, but I can definitely see how you would have a problem choosing out of all of the pictures! My goodness, I had a hard time with five!!! This one really stood out to me because of the “classic-ness” of the photo. I love that the children are holding hands and walking away from the camera. It almost seems as if they have stopped, unsure of what may be ahead. I also LOVE that it is in black & white. I almost never use B&W this time of year because the colors are so beautiful, but it definitely gave this picture a different feeling. This one would have a place on my wall all year long! Great job!!!

  20. sharon

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:47 am

    WOW! It’s so hard to pick… I’m going to have to go for 5. I can see why each one was picked. They all made me smile. Tender, Sweet, Touching, Adorable and to dang GREAT! All of them wonderful pictures!

  21. Kimberly Jarman

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:49 am

    I LOVE #5.. my vote!

  22. jen

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:50 am

    number 1! it’s timeless and totally evokes emotion. i love it.

  23. Jimmy

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:04 am

    Great pics! Great job everyone. Pic#1 is my favorite. The B&W is timeless.

  24. Devin

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:08 am

    I love #1. My vote goes there! It looks natural and not posed, while also having a beautiful arrangement and really capturing an incredible mood and time of life….I vote for that definitely!

  25. Aileen

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:11 am

    I have to vote for #1. Its a classic. The photographer totally captured the moment… and it give me a warm feeling just looking at it.

  26. erin

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:15 am

    #3~ What a beautiful shot. It seems to have come from another world and another time.

  27. Valerie White

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:19 am

    Oh I love them all, they all will be precious memories of their little ones.

    I think #1 really felt like it captured a special moment but then I have a fondness for kids holding hands, plus it looked like a shot I could not have taken with my limited photography skills lOL
    Valerie

  28. Cathy Kalepo

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:21 am

    I vote for #1

  29. Roberta

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:31 am

    Every picture is good but I have to vote for #1 because the artist captures a moment that makes me think about the journey of these children’s lives and my own journeys both past and present. It shows one that the path is open and that life is journey in the making; were we write, edit and publish our own stories along the way. Great work #1! I hope you win.

  30. Misty

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:38 am

    I LOVE #3! I saw it and gasped, because she looks just like me when I was little. (With the exception of the cuter clothing nowadays.) And that totally evoked emotion in me, and caused me to think back on my childhood, and all the things that used to just thrill me! I love how excited she is!

  31. Misty

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:40 am

    Shoot! I meant to say #2!! The little girl holding the pumpkin.

  32. Gale

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:40 am

    I vote for #1 – Love the use of B&W and the capture of the “moment”….

  33. Van

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:40 am

    Wow, all great pictures. It is hard to choose. If I had to pick one, it would be #1 because it reminds me that we are never too small to help someone out in this big, intimidating surrounding whether it is a corn maze or the world. It’s nicer to walk through it with a friend.

  34. Svetlana

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:49 am

    I have to vote for #1! I love the black and white and the timelessness!

  35. rach

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:50 am

    I vote for #5! Great photo and great “out of the box” thinking–creative!

  36. Michelle

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:55 am

    What an honor to be picked as a finalist! I’m #2 so of course I’ll vote for that but I love how they are all such different kinds of pictures. It’s nice to see that there are so many fun ways to interpret the same subject.

  37. ALMIN

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:57 am

    I vote for #1 for sure…it is very different from the others. It’s an absolute CLASSIC.

  38. D.

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:08 am

    I truly love #1 it is just a classic photo showing the timeless wonders of childhood.
    I have to say I love black and white photo’s and the light shining thru the cornfields is just amazing. Great photo

  39. Brian C.

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:09 am

    I’ve got to say #5. Just shows so much about the innocence of youth.

  40. Josie

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:16 am

    wow! I like #1 the most. It definately speaks to me. It’s so simple but yet speaks so loud and generates curiosity. I appreciate how she capture this moment. This is a picture that I could put up in my wall. It’s timeless!

  41. Whtiney

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:19 am

    I vote for #2 – too cute!

  42. Jack

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:31 am

    I vote for #2. That little girl is beautiful.

  43. Kathy

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:31 am

    I’m voting for # 1. It brings back so many memories from my childhood.

  44. Cherie

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:32 am

    #1 The dream quality of the photo adds to the timelessness of siblings sharing a close moment.

  45. Manon

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:33 am

    Wow these pictures are just amazing. These woman are great photographers. I canßt really decide which one is the best, but I have to.
    So I take #4. I just love how this little guy is pulling his wagon. Really cute.

    Hugs Manon

  46. Debbi

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:49 am

    I vote for #1 – it’s classic, it shows uncertainty but protectiveness in the older child; complete trust in the younger. It is not the picture most people take at the pumpkin patch. If this picture were of my children, I would treasure it forever.

  47. Maya

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:57 am

    #4

    They are all great, I wish I could vote for all of them!

    But I love the “feel” of #4 and the vignetting. I like the colors and composition.

  48. Camille

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:01 am

    I followed Me Ra’s lead – LOVE them ALL – FANTASTIC shots everyone – but it will be image #5 that sticks in my mind long after the contest ends!

  49. Kari

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:05 am

    Ok, so I am voting for the one that I would most want of one of my own kids — #3. While all the pictures are AMAZING, I feel that this one captures the innocence of a child and the Autumn colors and flavors. So, this is the pumpkin-y, halloween-y picture I would want of my little ones.

  50. Stephanie

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:21 am

    #5 just pulls at my heart strings! I adore the connection between the puppy and the child.

  51. jenny

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:22 am

    they are all great and each photographer should be proud of themselves!

    my vote has to go to #5. it reminds me of my son and all his little quirky things he does when nobody is watching (wink, wink)!

    runner up would be #4. great composition!

  52. Patty

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:25 am

    I love #1. Black and white is my favorite. What a moment to capture!

  53. Jason

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:32 am

    #5…without a doubt!

  54. Chelsea

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:32 am

    I love #1… it is unique, unending, leading.. and I love that it is a black and white “pumpkin” picture. Unusual and creative… love the sun flare as well in the black and white.. makes it all the more emotive. Great shot!!

  55. Denise

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:44 am

    The one with the big tree in the backround – and the little guy pulling the wagon – it’s so unique – you don’t see images like that one very often!

  56. Sili

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:56 am

    #1: that’s why it’s number 1

  57. Karena

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:58 am

    I vote for #1! I love the composition of this picture. Black and white makes it classic and something I would use as artwork for my house.

  58. Sili

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:00 pm

    #1: that’s why it’s number 1.

  59. Jess Niles

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:10 pm

    Oh this is tough…
    I’m going to go with #5 for the same reason someone else mentioned… out-of-the-box thinking! And here I thought I had to go to a pumpkin patch for pumpkin pictures! ;P
    I’ll remember that lesson for next time.
    Great job everyone!
    Next contest please!?!

  60. marje

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:10 pm

    nr 4 imo is so adorable

  61. marje

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:11 pm

    4 is so adorable, so my vote goes to him

  62. Dinea

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:19 pm

    I love #1 for the emotion, but also #3 because of the composition and color. # 3 is otherworldly with the leaf headress and yet evocative of the essence of childhood. I vote #3.

  63. Pauline

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:28 pm

    I vote for #1. All this pictures are awesome but #1 stands out for me. This photo easily be in a calendar or postcard. The photographer truly captured the feeling of autumn. The children in the picture seems like they are in a hurry to finish their journey. This picture illustrates a story for me.

  64. Susan

    October 30th, 2007 at 12:31 pm

    This is tough. It’s between 1 & 4 but I have to say that #1 did it for me. This is s great picture. It brought me back to my childhood years. Great lighting too.

  65. Betsy

    October 30th, 2007 at 1:22 pm

    Oh so hard to pick! If I have to pick one, it’s #1. Beautiful eye!

  66. Katy

    October 30th, 2007 at 1:29 pm

    I choose #2 because it captures best the exuberance of kids going to the pumpkin patch (#3 is a close runner-up). I’ve seen that very face on my own girls. But they’re all beautiful photos…

  67. Brynn

    October 30th, 2007 at 1:34 pm

    I vote for #1, it is a strikingly beautiful photo that really captures the mystery and adventure I associate with the pumpkin patch and childhood in general. I love the contast of color and the size of the children in relation to the towering corn stalks, breathtaking!

  68. Tian

    October 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    How to pick just one? My vote goes to #1. Peaceful and innocent. The shadow and lighting is great. Love the black and white.

  69. Linda Fleming

    October 30th, 2007 at 1:59 pm

    I vote for #2 because it is the epitome of childhood excitement. I can see my own children with the exact expression and how I would cherish this photo 20 years later when they were adults.

  70. debbie

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:03 pm

    they are all so lovely, but I since I need to pick only one, it’s #3

  71. Me Ra

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:12 pm

    Oh my goodness! This is going to be a close one!! I can already tell! But aren’t they all just AWESOME!!!

  72. Jenny J.

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:33 pm

    #3 because I’m partial to redheads

  73. Jennifer

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:42 pm

    WOW! Great images, ALL OF THEM! This is really hard, but I have to say image #5! What a shot, makes me smile, and will make GREAT blackmail material later on in life! Nice job!

  74. Kirsten

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:45 pm

    I VOTE FOR NUMBER 3!!!! It is sooo lovely.

  75. Carey

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:45 pm

    #5
    easy schmeasy

  76. Tami

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:48 pm

    I vote for finalist #4.

  77. Mari

    October 30th, 2007 at 2:53 pm

    #1! It is such a beautiful photo. I love that it doesn’t look staged. It looks natural. Just two children helping each other along. Yet it has so many different sides and so many different explanations can come from this. Breathtaking.

  78. Shannon

    October 30th, 2007 at 3:19 pm

    I vote for picture number 1. I love the black and white and remember the awe of my children when they were little for the first time in the corn maze. It is overwhelming!

  79. Heather K

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:15 pm

    My vote is for #3. I absolutely love the composition and bright colors on this one. Not to mention the little girl is just way too cute! All are fabulous entries though! :o)

  80. Jill

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:23 pm

    How can I pick just one? They are all very different and appealing. I would have loved to have taken any of these myself! I’ll have to go with No. 3. The angle and the colors speak to me.

  81. Kimberlyn Totten

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:35 pm

    #2 It captures the innocence and pure joy a child should have! Beautiful shot plus I’m a sucker for a tom-girl willing to muck in the mud to seek after adventure. What a doll! I love how you filled the frame and captured her motion forward. The image makes me want to reach out and help her carry her pumpkin. Great Job Everyone!

  82. sharon

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:39 pm

    Look at all these comments!

  83. Brooke B.

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:43 pm

    I vote for #3! I love the vibrant colors, that’s what I think, when I think fall.

  84. Karen

    October 30th, 2007 at 4:57 pm

    #1 un-posed, I like it.

  85. kara pennington

    October 30th, 2007 at 5:00 pm

    I vote for #1!

    This image has truly captured the moment! It tells a beautiful story.

  86. Molly

    October 30th, 2007 at 5:23 pm

    #1 and #5 are my favorites…but if I had to decide between them, I’d have to say #1.

    #1: I love the lighting here. It is an absolutely perfect moment captured with perfect lighting, and is absolutely TIMELESS and could be a freakin’ poster. SO beautiful.

    #5: How can you resist the immodesty of childhood? Who’s parents DON’T have a photo of them like this? Timeless in its own right, and I’m a sucker for humor. Great work.

  87. Dennis

    October 30th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    Photo #1

    I love this photo because of the symbolism it conveys. Young children with a full life ahead. Great Pic.

  88. Airika

    October 30th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    I really do love them all, but I’m voting for number 4. You can just see the wheels turning in the little boy’s head as he thinks about which pumpkin to put in his wagon next. Oh, the tough decisions in life! 🙂

  89. Jen MacNiven

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:03 pm

    I loved them all, but in sticking with the ‘best’ pumpkin theme…it’s gotta be #5. So cute and so kid! He’s all ready to be a cowboy too which adds to the halloween theme. GREAT shot!

  90. Marianne M. Graham

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:13 pm

    Humm. It’s so hard to choose just one. LOL I have been debating all day; I like each for different reasons. You all just did such a great job! That said, since I can only cast one vote, I’m going to choose finalist one.

    What a breathtaking, timeless picture! There are so many reasons I love this picture: I like the lighting, the tones, the way the corn stalks emphasize how small the children are, the story- I see a mom capturing the innocence of two young children, all the while thinking about the mystery of the adventures that lie ahead for them both, the warmth and love it portrays…it’s just the essence of what a timeless picture should be.

  91. Lilianna

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:19 pm

    love #5! it’s close to my heart.
    it made me cry!

  92. Papa & Kimmy Story

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:47 pm

    #5- Prettyest litle pumpkin hiney in the whole wide world:)

  93. Claudia

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:50 pm

    #2 – I love how the mom framed the shot!

  94. Megan

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:55 pm

    I was expecting all pumpkin pictures, so the first one kind of threw a crink in things, although I think the composition of that photo is timeless and beautiful and it does have 2 pumpkins in it, it doesn’t fill the criteria of what the contest started out to be. #5 has Halloween written all over it, sans the costume with all the cuteness, haha. But 2, 3 and 4 say PUMPKIN PATCH! 2’s face is priceless, 3 is pure innocent beauty. But for me #4 does it. The photo tells the story..about the choices, the conflict, you can see his size compared to his surroundings, the splash of sunlight in the background, reminds us the days are getting shorter. You can just tell he is making some serious choices about his pumpkins and that for him right now it’s serious business, but down the road this picture will be the one he pulls out and says I remember this….

  95. Sara

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:55 pm

    These are such wonderful shots! I have to go with number 1 for the winner. It is beautiful.

  96. geleah

    October 30th, 2007 at 6:57 pm

    #1. Sweet and innocent.

  97. Lori

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:00 pm

    My fav is number 1~ It’s such a great shot.

  98. shena

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:00 pm

    My vote is for #1. I love black n whites. This photo is timeless. There is a softness about it that makes you feel “dreamy”. Fabulous job!

    I have to add that all 5 of these photos are awesome. Looove ’em!

  99. Chrystal Tompkins

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:05 pm

    #4! This picture told the real story of picking a pumpkin! It’s truly a hard choice!

  100. Jenny

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:12 pm

    #5 is defintely my selection. It is a tender little boy moment so beautifully captured.

  101. Amy Jo

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:24 pm

    I love #1! I love the mood, the color, the lighting and the story it tells of the two little ones finding their way through a giant corn maze!

  102. Karen Fra

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:29 pm

    LOVE #5 !!!! She captured it all! Innocense, fun, love, season, & joy.

  103. Mamao F Kalepo

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:34 pm

    hello i would definately go with finalist number1, i love mood that it brings just by looking at da picture like seeing one of those black and white films. There is nothing more touching then a picture of two kids.

  104. Jeff

    October 30th, 2007 at 7:49 pm

    #5 is a beautiful moment captured.

  105. L.K.

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:18 pm

    #1 is extraordinary. This picture stands out the most for me. Timeless…

  106. Brooke Kasper

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:22 pm

    Although they were all wonderful, finalist number 1 leaves an imprint in your heart. Gosh where would you even start with what it makes you feel…the endless wonder of it all. They children are so small and the path so endless. It is amazing and moves you! Number 1 is my vote.
    Number 5 is halarious and makes you laugh, but definately number 1, the composition is breath taking.!

  107. Kelly

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:23 pm

    #1 – the bend in the far end of the row! Love it!

  108. Sara Goetz

    October 30th, 2007 at 8:51 pm

    I cannot get enough of #5!!! I love it because it is so unplanned and unexpected…I love that you can tell how much the child loves the dog, his cowboy boots, and that it is fall – and the photographer captured it without forcing anything. I LOVE IT!!!

    Sara

  109. Judith

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:15 pm

    My vote is for #2 – gotta love that girl!! Must have been the perfect pumpkin in her eyes.

  110. Amanda Key

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:23 pm

    Finalist 3 has my vote! I love the colors.

  111. Tami

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:23 pm

    NUMBER 1: What a cool photo!! That is the kind of shot I always want to get – but never have! You can just feel the excitement and wonder of those little guys in that huge field.

  112. Julie Scarpace

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:41 pm

    Had to finally leave my first comment on your site…since these pumpkin photos are all so sweet. But my fav is #2 where the mom/photographer totally captured the candid expression of her little one’s excitement and happiness!

  113. mo mo

    October 30th, 2007 at 9:57 pm

    I vote for #2!
    I really like how happy she is. You can totally tell she is in a pumpkin patch and just picked the perfect pumpkin for herself. I remember those days and how fun it was. I still get excited going to find a pumpkin, but not quite like this little girl. Great picture! Makes you want to go pick a pumpkin! Happy Halloween!

  114. Allie

    October 30th, 2007 at 10:26 pm

    #1!!!!! I absolutely love this picture! The black and white is amazing and it captures all that is fall…BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!

  115. Sue Christianson

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:02 pm

    I love them all but I am voting for #4. I don’t know all the technical terms on how she got that shot, but it really caught my attention. It is beautiful!

  116. Jason Kadushin

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:10 pm

    #1
    At first glance its got this real innocent feel of siblings walking into a surreal shining corn field. The sun coming through the corn is what really does it for me – an almost Field of Dreams type picture.

  117. NANCY K.

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:20 pm

    #5, WOW! YOU TRULY CAPTURED A MOMENT IN TIME.

  118. Dana Fallentine

    October 30th, 2007 at 11:47 pm

    I vote for finalist #3. The whole setting is magical. I love the vivid colors, this shot encompasses the fantasy of fall time!

  119. Maggie

    October 31st, 2007 at 2:19 am

    #1 is striking. I love the light, composition and feel of the image.

    I do have to say that I am very impressed with all the photos! (#4 was my next fav with the vignetting and the pumpkin colors popping)

  120. s.patel

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:07 am

    i love them all, but my favourite is #1!

  121. Beth

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:33 am

    #1!! The photo makes me want to follow the children and see what is around the small curve in the path!

    The diversity in all the photos is great!

  122. Todd K

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:19 am

    #2 …

  123. Kristin

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:47 am

    love the candidness of #5 – what a joy to capture such a moment…

  124. Stephanie

    October 31st, 2007 at 6:30 am

    I have to vote for Finalist #1. All the photos are incredible, but this one truly does leave an imprint in your mind. All of the pictures are wonderful, but this one really stands out. The children are enveloped within the stalks and the endlessness of the photo is awesome. I love this picture and because it’s black and white, that just really tops it for me. Thanks Me Ra ofr doing this contest!

  125. Stevie

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:11 am

    I love # 5, having sons, I know the most important dress of the day are the boots, even if they are way too big! clothing is secondary, just my boots and my best friend!

  126. Kham Beitlers

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:36 am

    I definitely think #1 picture captures the moment perfectly. It brings a sense of humbleness of life when you look at it. The idea it portrays of how we need each other through life’s hardship, happiness and success. I believe the author of that photo sees the bigger picture then just meets the eye. My vote goes for picture 1# “Hand in Hand”

  127. Jennifer

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:49 am

    #5 is so cute!!!!!

  128. Lauren D.

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:52 am

    My vote is for #5 hands down! Too cute!

  129. Marylou

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:56 am

    #5, just adorable and spontaneous.

  130. Felicia

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:58 am

    #5 has to be the most precious photo ever! Makes me want to be a Moma 😉

  131. Tracy Vogel

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:03 am

    I have to agree they are all wonderful, but #4 stays with me most. I really like the composition and that wagon. It’s exactly how I would want to remember pumpkin picking with my kids.

    So my vote goes to #4. : )

  132. Leah

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:06 am

    #5 – precious

  133. Lori

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:07 am

    My vote is # 3 for originality.. looks like a Halloween Fairy Tale… beautiful!

  134. Laura

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:10 am

    #5 by far!! The photographer captured such a fun moment around the house, and it just happens to have the pumpkin theme to “boot.”

    The cornfield pic is very pretty, but it’s missing the pumpkins for the pumpkin photo contest!?!?

  135. Courtney

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:13 am

    I have to vote for Finalist # 5. That is the cutest picture I have ever seen. The scene is just adorable. Great snapshot!

  136. Andee

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:14 am

    #5 is the BEST! I love everything about this picture.

  137. Marisol

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:19 am

    #5 – Beautiful…a stellar example of capturing the moment, versus creating it. Pumpkins in the first photo?

  138. Laura Muller

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:25 am

    #5 made me smile and think of my children and how excited they were at Halloween. In my opinion it’s the best.

  139. Angel D. Toledo

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:29 am

    I vote for # 5.. Very creative piece of photography. Great combination of technics, human contents, depth and meaningfull expression.

  140. Samantha

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:32 am

    All of the pictures are beautiful, but #5 just shows the innocence of youth!

  141. Mary

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:32 am

    #1 is my vote! It is simply beautiful! While I agree that #5 is very cute I think that one is a more classic picture. The light on the stalks is amazing!

  142. Kim

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:37 am

    #5 takes my breath away – he is a natural!!!

  143. Melinda

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:58 am

    #5 gets my vote!! SO CUTE!

  144. Beatrice

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:02 am

    #5 is my vote he’s a cutie!!!

  145. John

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:11 am

    #5 is my choice. simple and perfect.

  146. Oscar T

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:19 am

    #5 Takes it! Boys and their dogs…what a great moment!

  147. Vicki V

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:29 am

    #5 – Simply adorable!

  148. Adriana C

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:47 am

    #5, love it!

  149. lilly

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:50 am

    I vote for # 5.. I loved it!!!!!!!

  150. Janell Chappell

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:50 am

    I love # 1 and think the lighting is great.

  151. PattiB

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:52 am

    Number 3!! Love the colors!

  152. Missy

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:52 am

    #5 gets my vote. What an awesome photo!

  153. Melanie

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:53 am

    I vote for #5. What an incredible way to capture a moment. #1 is beautiful – timeless – but doesn’t have a pumpkin. (?)

  154. Melanie

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:54 am

    I vote for #5 – what an incredible way to capture the moment. #1 is beautiful and timeless, but doesn’t have a pumpkin. (!?)

  155. Karin in Austin

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:55 am

    Number 5 is my pick because it is perfectly adorable.

  156. Barbara Baird

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:58 am

    #5 is the cutest thing ever!!

  157. Lilly Saldana

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:04 am

    I vote for # 5.. It shows the kid’s innocence, and his love for animals.

  158. Penney Baird

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:08 am

    Boys will be boys!
    Penney “Ninnie” Baird

  159. Penney Baird

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:10 am

    Whoops, #5

  160. Tom

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:18 am

    Hello all! First let me say Me ra I rather enjoy your blog. As a man that might sound funny but as a photographer I recognize all the great advice and tips you are putting out there for all these wonderful moms.
    All the photo’s are great but my vote goes to finalist #1 it is stricking and bold. Very well done #1.
    Whoa quite a run on #5 looks like someone sent out a mass mailer! Well done ladies!

  161. Jennifer

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:25 am

    I love #5! Too cute!

  162. Rick

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:30 am

    My vote is for #5. They all are great, but that one seems to stand out.

  163. Tara

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:49 am

    My vote is for #1, Timeless

  164. Becca

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:50 am

    #5

  165. noelle

    October 31st, 2007 at 10:53 am

    #5! it’s like everyone’s childhood photo in one!

  166. Rachel Belkin

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:02 am

    #5

    What a great photo! I love to see the bond between a boy and his dog. How cute!

  167. Callie

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:03 am

    It’s definately between 1 & 4 for me. But if I have to pick it would be #1.
    I love this photograph because the it’s original and simply in the moment. The mom captured a moment between two siblings spending quality time together. I love pictures that shows a story.

  168. JENNIFER JARVIS

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:13 am

    #5 SUCH A CUTE PICTURE!

  169. Isaac

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:13 am

    #5 looks like a postcard. My vote is for F-I-V-E #5.

  170. Melanie C

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:20 am

    Wow!! When I looked at all the pictures, I thought I hope these moms are cherishing these special moments because time goes so fast. Number 5 gets my vote!

  171. Melissa

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:32 am

    #5 is my favorite!

  172. jessica

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:43 am

    number 5

  173. Sami

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:49 am

    I vote for #5.

  174. Brady Coleman

    October 31st, 2007 at 12:08 pm

    I vote for #1. Awesome shot!

  175. Connie

    October 31st, 2007 at 12:15 pm

    Yes, it’s me MeRa…I have decided to come out of my quiet stalking phase and will now make it public that I check your blog several times a day!

    I have not voted because I am so torn…each I love for a different reason. If I have to pick one, it will have to be #1, it is simply enchanting. (I also loved #3 – the colors took my breath away).

    Connie

  176. JANIE FREEMAN

    October 31st, 2007 at 12:26 pm

    NUMBER 5, WITHOUT A DOUBT! INNOCENCE AND LOVE PERSONIFIED AND CAPTURED IN ONE GLORIOUS MOMENT.

  177. Kathrine

    October 31st, 2007 at 12:29 pm

    Though I enjoyed all of the photos, I vote for finalist #1. It captures a moment beautifully in such a way I almost feel I am there watching too. The lighting is perfect! And yes as others have said, I can see it as a poster or post card or framed art, in large part because she used black and white.

  178. Harmony

    October 31st, 2007 at 12:56 pm

    #5 all the way! Hysterical!

  179. Caryn

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:03 pm

    My vote is for #3. Everything about it is perfect, from the colors to the composition. I love the headpiece, she reminds me of an Autumn fairy. The depth of focus is great also.

  180. Ron

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:15 pm

    #5

  181. Jessica N

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:15 pm

    #1 Wish I had it of my son! “The Road Ahead” Great shot.

  182. JD

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:34 pm

    Wow! All great pictures. Everyone should be commended. I particularly like #1. It reminds me of when I was a small boy on the farm & being chased by my Mom wielding an axe! What great fun we had…Happy Halloween everyone!

  183. Laura S.

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:34 pm

    I love #5.It’s pure, it’s simple and it’s a great photo!

  184. Shutter Bug

    October 31st, 2007 at 1:56 pm

    #1 Lighting and depth of field are excellent. Not stagged.

  185. Erika

    October 31st, 2007 at 2:50 pm

    All great photos but I really like #4. The colors and the composition. Just looks like it belongs in a nice frame.

  186. Barbara Houston

    October 31st, 2007 at 2:57 pm

    I vote for #5. What little “Muffins” they all are, but this one “takes the cake!”

  187. Patricia

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:16 pm

    #1 without a doubt. The lighting, the shading, the cornstalks so much taller than the kids, the road leading to…., the awe and inspiration as indicated in all the comments by the viewers in this contest.

  188. Angie

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:24 pm

    I’m voting for #1. (Although I loved all of them). I like that I could frame it and put it in my house, even though it’s not of anyone I know. If I put any other of the photos in my house, I’d have to answer, “Who’s that?” all the time. #1 is more “art” to me than “photograph.”

  189. Camilla

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:31 pm

    I vote for #5. While all the photos are nice and enjoyable, this one has a wow-factor. The tender and unexpected moment the dog and boy are sharing is so beautiful and is something that can never ben posed. This precious boy chose those boots and hat as comfortable attire and probably was carrying the pumpkin around for fun. Who knew he would use it as a chair and invite the dog for lovies?

    And the lighting is perfect. Beautiful photo.

  190. Jess

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:45 pm

    My vote is for #1 I love the natural surroundings. It’s a beautiful picture.

  191. Amy Schuff

    October 31st, 2007 at 3:55 pm

    #2 for sure! They’re all so wonderful, but that expression is priceless!

  192. Amanda

    October 31st, 2007 at 4:00 pm

    WOW I am so overwhelmed! Never in a million years did I think there would be this many vote’s! Thank you all for all the amazingly wonderful comment’s on pic #1 I feel truly honored! Thank you again!

  193. Tara H

    October 31st, 2007 at 4:06 pm

    #1–for the reasons posted above. Love it.

  194. dionisio

    October 31st, 2007 at 4:39 pm

    All entries are superb….. Children portrayed in the most pleasant ways showing the beautifullness of their innocence. All are winners…. but, since I have to pick one it will be number 5.

  195. Troy

    October 31st, 2007 at 4:45 pm

    I vote #1, it is very comforting and reminds me of my sister and I growing up.

  196. Me Ra

    October 31st, 2007 at 4:46 pm

    Wow!!! That makes two of us Amanda!! How fun to for all five parents to see the feedback on their photos!! You guys are all AWESOME!!

    Feel free to keep voting until Thursday at 5pm Pacific Time!!

  197. cathy norrod

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:14 pm

    My vote is definitely #5. A precious cowboy.

  198. Sandy Cox

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:41 pm

    #5 is so cute this one has my vote

  199. wanda montrose

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:48 pm

    vote for # 5.. sweet innocent child with his pet.

  200. Jessica Ann

    October 31st, 2007 at 5:53 pm

    I would vote for #1! I love the contrast and the point of perspective created by the cornstalks.

  201. Laura F

    October 31st, 2007 at 6:21 pm

    #5! Adorable!!

  202. Danette

    October 31st, 2007 at 6:33 pm

    I love, love, love number 5! Life with kids can move so fast that it feels crazy, but this photo captures how sweet this time really is. There is also something about a boy, his boots and his dog! Need I say more!

  203. Cris

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:39 pm

    #1 is my choice! I’m a sucker for black and white!

  204. Angelica Idrogo

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:49 pm

    My favorite is #5, because of the originality it shows of the love of a boy for his dog under any circumstances.

  205. T.G.

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:50 pm

    Superb job by each of you! How elated you must be to be honored as a finalist, and how fortunate you must feel to be so gifted.

    Each picture conjured up special feelings in all the viewers. It was obvious most of us picked our favorites by reacting to our life’s experiences.

    Personally, I’m particularly moved by numbers 1,3 and 5. Number one, though absolutely stunning, has nary a pumpkin in it. (Wasn’t that the subject of the contest?) I love the contrasts of color in number three; but my reaction hit its zenith on the last photo. I cast my lot on number 5.

  206. peggy drogo

    October 31st, 2007 at 7:57 pm

    This photo brings back memories of our children at their young ages, when they were so loving and innocent. Great work.

  207. peggy drogo

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:13 pm

    vote for number 5. This photo brings back memories of our children at their young ages, when they were so loving and innocent. Great work.

  208. frankie giamona

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:16 pm

    i vote for number 5. it captures the innocence between a child and his pet. it’s very moving.

  209. Megan Block

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:20 pm

    They are all beautiful in thier own right but #4 is my favorite because of the color and composition, but also for the peaceful feeling I get when looking at this photo that captures the simplicity of a child’s world.

  210. Greg

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:42 pm

    #5 Hands down!!

  211. L T Story

    October 31st, 2007 at 8:44 pm

    I am so moved. As a mother of 3 very young boys, it has taken a lot for me to start photographing. I never expected to see my son and his puppy among the finalists in image #5. The other finalists are so talented and their images are so beautiful. My heart goes out to everyone who took the time to vote for, not only me, but for the other mothers with a passion to capture life. You are truly blessings in our lives. Thank you.

  212. PatRock

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:22 pm

    I’m voting for photo number 1, because it’s in black and white…and I’m colorblind. Plus, it has corn stalks in it… I mean, C’mon!

  213. TJ

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:23 pm

    I vote for finalist #1. I love this picture because it has a natural feeling to it. The seemingly endless row of cornstalks contrasted to the toddlers size. It makes you wonder what is going through their heads as they walk down a path way with giant cornstalks high above their heads. This picture also gives off a feel of adventure and mystery that I find attracting. This picture really caught my eye and made me think.

  214. Alex

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:39 pm

    #1 Certainly takes claim to my vote. The photo is gorgeous, and holds a meaning that transcends its magnificent lighting and raw artistic appeal. It is a marvelous scenario these children are placed in, the obstacle of an infinite path and the intimidation of unspeaking giants present a storybook scene that is hauntingly beautiful. None of this matters, the children find strength in their companionship, it is not the towering vegetation they gaze at, nor the ground that would welcome any coward’s gaze, they look to the horizon, and their further adventures that lie beyond this time and place.

  215. Mary Grace

    October 31st, 2007 at 9:40 pm

    All the pictures are wonderful. I like no# 5 because it’s creative. #4 the way this was shot and the big tree is faded in the background and the boy’s green shirt stands out. #3 is unique and truly captures the autumn color. #4 is too cute and you can see the joy from her eyes. #1 is picture perfect. I saw a comment that says #1 picture doesn’t fill the criteria of what the contest started out to be. Well if you go back to the blog where the contest if originally posted you will can see that one of the samples picture is Brian and Blaze wondering through to cornmaze and no pumpkin at all…so with that said, I have to say #1 has my vote. Beautiful eye mom! I would love to have a picture of my kids just like yours.

  216. Michele

    October 31st, 2007 at 11:07 pm

    I love all the pictures, they are all beautiful, wonderful and so unique. It was very hard to choose. I can’t imagine how hard it was for you to narrow it down to the 5 finalist. 🙂

    My vote is for finalist #2. Love the compostion. Love the excitement that the shot captured.

  217. Judy

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:42 am

    I vote for finalist #3, what a beautiful child, and I love the autumn feel in the composition.

  218. Shauna Tucker

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:47 am

    definitely number 5. Absolutely Adorable!

  219. Erin Rich

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:54 am

    Definitely Number 5. What a great Picture!!

  220. Rita Tuthill

    November 1st, 2007 at 6:05 am

    I vote for #1, It’s so natural & inviting to visit the little one’s world with the tall plants surrounding them as they plod along their way on an exciting adventure. I think even the curving of their little pants accentuates the photo well with all the curvy plant leaves, a winner for sure!

  221. tim alcott

    November 1st, 2007 at 6:42 am

    I vote for #5. Cute picture. I like #1 second best.

  222. Casey Roby

    November 1st, 2007 at 8:08 am

    #5 is by far the most adorable one! Boys will be boys.

  223. M

    November 1st, 2007 at 8:14 am

    Finalist #1. Love the texture, artistic feel, and feeling…..

  224. Birdie

    November 1st, 2007 at 8:45 am

    My vote is #1. That is a great picture!! I love the fact it’s in b&w; it really brings you into the moment.

  225. Crystal Goss

    November 1st, 2007 at 9:08 am

    #5 is toooo cute!

  226. Martin

    November 1st, 2007 at 9:22 am

    my vote goes to pic#1 with the kids in the corn field. i think that is a terrific looking pic with the black and white and the kids walking through the field. its really halloween

  227. Leti C

    November 1st, 2007 at 9:28 am

    I vote for #5.. There is nothing cuter than a little boy in his boots. Great picture!!

  228. Cathy A.

    November 1st, 2007 at 9:46 am

    This is really hard! I can see why there are five finalist. Each picture is different and have their own sytle and beauty. I think # 1 definately stands out for me. This picture is amazing! Great job mom! You captured a special moment.

  229. Sonya Dean

    November 1st, 2007 at 9:53 am

    Absolutely amazing pictures. I love finalist #1. This picture is a piece of art. I’m sure the children in the photograph will appreciate this when they grow up. amazing shot, i would love to have a picture of my two kiddo’s just like this.

  230. Audrey

    November 1st, 2007 at 10:04 am

    I vote for #1 because it’s a black & white photo but you can still see that the sun is shining.

  231. Gayle

    November 1st, 2007 at 10:13 am

    #1 gets my vote. Because it’s in B&W it could have been a picture taken when I was a child which, of course, brings back fond memories.

  232. Erika

    November 1st, 2007 at 11:17 am

    #5 is so cute and will make for many laughs at his wedding rehearsal dinner!
    Sweet 🙂

  233. Banana

    November 1st, 2007 at 12:09 pm

    I love the 1st one. It’s haunting and beautiful.

  234. angie

    November 1st, 2007 at 12:11 pm

    I like Number 5

  235. Karry

    November 1st, 2007 at 12:54 pm

    Wow – these pics are beautiful. It is hard to resist # 5 – what a classis kid moment, but I am going with # 3 – the feeling and color of that picture takes my breath away – well done to all the finalists and good luck !

    karry 🙂

  236. abbey

    November 1st, 2007 at 12:57 pm

    #5 is hilarious and very creative… but #1 just got me… I love it! My vote is for #1!
    I was sooo bummed I did not enter, so now I am hoping to win this way! eee!!!

  237. dick jergens

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:04 pm

    photo comp is really good.. Picture is timeless.

  238. Di

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:11 pm

    Wow, such great pic’s they are all very good but after looking long at every one I have to say although they are cute I have seen #2 and #4 in everyones scrapbook same pic different child. #3 and #5 look staged something you would see in a studio looks setup or planned. I have to say #1 took my breath away it just makes you stare at it and think about the surroundings and the children trying to help each other along the path it grabs you and takes you into the picture as you try and figure out the story behind the shot almost like you wish you were there listening. I have to vote for #1 very unique and once in a life time shot!

  239. alex

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:12 pm

    #4 is a very well done shot. The others are great shots as well, but #4 looks natural.

  240. Cat

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:16 pm

    Both #1 and #4 are both great shots. #4 looks to be a much sharper photo and better colors. Just has overall better composition. They are all great shots but from a photographer’s view, my vote has to go to #4.

  241. Laura Emma.

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:29 pm

    #5. The theme is perfect: love and innocence. The depth, color and brilliancy of the photo are tops. I love it.

  242. Terri

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:33 pm

    #5 of course. What a great moment

  243. Terri

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:34 pm

    #5 of course. What a great moment.

  244. Lola

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:42 pm

    wow! I wish i knew about the contest before it ended. I’m hoping that can still win with this entry. I love #1. I’m a mother of boy and girl and if this was me, I would cherish this picture forever. Great job mom!

  245. Ann Marie

    November 1st, 2007 at 1:49 pm

    way to go finalist #1. I love how this mom compost this photograph. I’m in awe with the beauty and simplicity. I appreciate the direction of movement and balance. This is a perfect picture.

  246. Carol Swales

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:04 pm

    They are all so good it’s difficult to decide! I have to vote for #5 though because it really suprised me. So creative and lucky to catch that shot!

  247. Aleighja

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:12 pm

    I love this picture because it reminds me of all of falls beauties. Its my favorite time of year and this captures that perfectly, so much that I can almost taste that fresh cool breeze tickling my nose!

  248. Maribeth

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:20 pm

    i luv # 1… sooo cute!

  249. Cristina Wheeler

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:42 pm

    I looooove #5.

  250. teri

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:43 pm

    Definitely I am voting for Finalist #1. Its really beautiful.

  251. teresita

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:45 pm

    voting for finalist 1

  252. Emily

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:47 pm

    I’ve been debating for two days but I guess it’s time to make a choice. I love the colors in picture 4 and the little girls face in 2 is pricless but I will have to go with finalist #1 I just love the overall feel of it.

  253. Lizzie

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:49 pm

    I like the composition of #1 best.

  254. ricka

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:54 pm

    Awesome shots!!!! Hard to pick but I’m going for #4. It just looks real.

  255. jill

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:59 pm

    I agree with Tracy, the composition in #4 is right on.

    #4 for me too.

  256. Sue Christianson

    November 1st, 2007 at 2:59 pm

    I am voting again! LOL!! 🙂 I really couldn’t make up my mind before. They are all soooo great. How about #1 this time. It is an amazing picture in black & white of the cornstalks and the kids even look curious from the back as they are walking through the maze! You can just imaging their expressions. Love it!

  257. Heidi J

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:03 pm

    I would say #4 it totally captures the pumpkin patch experience.

  258. GG

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:15 pm

    My vote is for the 2 sweet pumpkins in pic #1

  259. Robbie

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:20 pm

    Hands down it has to be #1! I like #4 too but 1 isn’t staged looking so that is my pick.

  260. Clay

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:31 pm

    I picked #1 because my wife told me to and because she was right, that is a great pic!

  261. Jae

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:49 pm

    I am voting #1 because it looks most natural.

  262. SAM JENKIN

    November 1st, 2007 at 3:52 pm

    VOTE FOR # 5 GREAT PICTURE. BRING OUT SOME MEMORIES

  263. Nicole

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:09 pm

    Whew… looks like I made it just in time to vote. Me Ra I love our blog and told my husband I want your DVD’s or begginners workshop for christmas! 😉 hehe I hope I get both! Anyhoo my vote goes to #1 I like that it’s different than the others. Maybe it’s that it’s black and white or maybe it just has more emotion to it?
    Any more contest’s in the future? Looks like you might have something here!

  264. Ernesto

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:14 pm

    definitely # 1!!
    gret shot!

  265. Loy

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:15 pm

    I’m voting for #1 because this photographer/friend captured a timeless moment between my daughter and her son. This picture is framed and up on our wall by the door so we see it before we head out. My wife said that it serves an inspiration to her when she leaves the house. It reminds her that the its big world out there and sometimes we never know where we are heading in life but we will always have those friends who will guide is to the right way. Thank you finalist #1 for capturing this moment.

  266. Alba

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:23 pm

    I’m not sure if this contest is over but I love…love..love, finalist #1. You have a grea eye! You truly captured a special moment here. The contrast and framing is perfect. It’s mysterious in way since you can’t see the little kiddo’s faces.

  267. Joemarie A

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    I would like to vote for picture#1. I almost feel like I’m in the picture and I can sense the kid’s excitement at they began to walk. The lighting is perfect. It’s a great picture capturing the autumn season.

  268. Suella Perry

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:41 pm

    oh my! I looked at the pictures 10 or more times. It’s so hard so it was between 1 & 4 for me. But I have to pick only one so I it would have to be #1. I was just at the pumpkin patch with my children and remember when they were running around the maze. I never thought of taking pictures while in the maze so this one is one of a kind.

  269. Marie

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:46 pm

    Wow! All of these photos are wonderful. I love the third photo…such beautifully highlighted colors, however #5 wins me over. Great lighting and needless to say, subject matter. Congrats to all the finalists!

  270. ErinT

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:47 pm

    I like #5. The boy is soo cute, he looks just like my nephew. Good luck!
    Erin

  271. Keyla B.

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:49 pm

    What joy. #5 is number one for me. Good luck, ladies.

  272. Carley

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:51 pm

    They are all so beautiful, but I really like #5, just a boy and his puppy.

  273. Greg

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:54 pm

    Number 5 is my favorite, I think it conveys the most emotion. They are all well done, but #5 is my choice.

  274. Susan

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:54 pm

    Gotta go with #1 good luck ladies!

  275. jamie

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:56 pm

    I love the black and white but I also really enjoy the boy with the wagon and that cowboy so prescious. I’ll take #1

  276. Dave

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:56 pm

    I really like the boy and his dog, #5. It reminds me of my grandson.

  277. Margret

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:58 pm

    I like #1

  278. Jimmy

    November 1st, 2007 at 4:58 pm

    Number 5!

  279. eliza

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:00 pm

    Put me down for #1

  280. B Hykes

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:02 pm

    I like #5. good luck!

  281. Juan Carlos

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:03 pm

    Number 5 is my favorite. Looks like me when I was 4.

  282. Isaac

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:05 pm

    Put me down for Number 5.

  283. mika

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:05 pm

    #4 is my favorite!

  284. Trevor

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:06 pm

    I vote for #5.

  285. Joe JImenez

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:06 pm

    Number 5.

  286. Carlos

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:07 pm

    Ha ha ha!!! Number 5 is hilarious. Vote #5 for me.

  287. Amy Soliz

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:08 pm

    My vote is photo # 5.

  288. Lee

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:09 pm

    #5 please!

  289. Jim

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    20 votes for #5!

  290. Lani

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:14 pm

    Voting is over. Cut off was 5:00.
    Goodluck everyone!

  291. Terry Butler

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:15 pm

    My vote is for #5…very nice!

  292. Gail

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:16 pm

    Does straggler vote counts?

  293. Sharon Powell

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:17 pm

    Vote for #5!

  294. Kathryn Butler

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:18 pm

    #5 is my vote! Wow!

  295. Gail

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:19 pm

    YIKES!!

  296. Gail

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:20 pm

    Serious competition here 🙂

  297. Gail

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:22 pm

    How about I vote for #6…yay! 100 votes for 6

  298. Becky

    November 1st, 2007 at 5:44 pm

    I love #5… doesn’t get any cuter than that!

  299. Ariene

    November 1st, 2007 at 10:38 pm

    I love #1. It brings to mind the journey one takes through our lives. Surrounded by the exciting of the unknown. They are all beautiful pictures. Great choices. 🙂

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  301. Lori G

    November 2nd, 2007 at 5:04 am

    They are all great, but come on….#5 could be Norman Rockwell’s next subject! How precious…who ever took this has an eye for beauty!

  302. Tarra

    November 2nd, 2007 at 5:41 am

    It’s such a toss-up between #1, #4, & #5. These are all great shots. I think my vote will have to go to #5. This is truly an amazing catch.

  303. Alice Zamora

    November 2nd, 2007 at 9:00 am

    My favorite is the photo number five is great, love the emotions in this picture very lovable kid with his poppy!

  304. Whitney

    November 2nd, 2007 at 10:51 am

    Hands down #5! What an adorable pic. Good Luck!

  305. ryan gallagher

    November 2nd, 2007 at 2:34 pm

    #5 …can’t get any sweeter than that!

  306. Round Rock

    November 2nd, 2007 at 2:46 pm

    Where are the Pumpkins in #1? I thought this was a pumpkin picture contest. Really great though, I guess it could have the “children of the corn” effect for halloween. The third one is really cute too, but number 5 5 5 5 5 takes the pumpkin pie!

  307. cynthia collins

    November 4th, 2007 at 11:08 am

    clearly number 5 is the winner.
    That mother caught the moment perfectly and is an amazing photographer!!!!

  308. Amy

    November 4th, 2007 at 7:21 pm

    Number 5 is the best because I know how hard it is to capture I moment like that so well.

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