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1. Craig Ford, ‘Roys Peak Couple’

“Taken from Roys Peak, Wanaka, NZ during sunrise following an arduous 3hr hike. I used a tripod, a ND filter to portray movement, and I asked the couple to remain still due to the 4 second exposure. The image shows the harmony between humans and nature, as natural elements and epic views combine to create a very memorable moment.”

“I loved this image as the colourful sun, bright colours and people nicely composed really drew me into the image. The high clouds and misty low clouds above the lake and distant mountains also

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