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I love the natural light flooding onto the hearth and creating a natural spotlight on the vase of flowers. However, as well as having to try to meet the challenge of separating the roses from the flowers on the tiles panel of the fire surround, the photographer has had to contend with controlling the exposure. So good effort!

I love the point of view in this composition and the energy depicted in the image. It never ceases to amaze me how a two-dimensional print can project such powerful scenes. Perhaps the sky, the bleached which clouds, compete too enthusiastically with the subject of this image: the engineering/architectural brilliance of man set against the raw power of nature.

The strength of this image lies in its storytelling. Poor stranded dog. Did he/she ever get off? I do hope so. Difficult lighting conditions to contend with, so well done on producing such an engaging image!

An interesting image: there is a tension in the composition created by the juxtaposition of asymmetry (the placement of the candles) and symmetry (the lines of the orb and its central placement). The range of tones is limited and the challenge of exposing lighted candles somewhat daunting. However, with overtones of peacefulness and spirituality, this is perhaps an example of an image where mood takes precedence over technical excellence.

A well-composed image with an industrial feel. There are various points of interest in the foreground with which to stir the interest of the viewer, who is bound to be curious as to what might be going on in the well-lit workshop on the other side of the glass. Well done.

‘ROSIE & JIM’ IN LOCK KEEPER’S COTTAGE BY ANNE GALBRAITH-JELLIE

Critique by Michael McIlvaney

Due to the subdued foreground lighting, my eye is instantly drawn through the gap in the foliage to the first-floor window, where my interest is held by the two toy figures looking back at me; a good way to lead the viewer to a particular point of interest. Well done.

I think this must be Bee 61! Great nature image, I for one have not seen anything like this before, so well spotted and bravely captured. It is difficult to take photographs in these circumstances because of the harsh contrast between light and shadow; so well done for getting some detail in the insects.