Judge's Critique Thread [Archive]

skthurley

09-15-2009, 12:35 PM

Week 1 Comments and Critiques

gpgilbert~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/Posing.jpg
Great photo! Persephone is adorable! You did a really good job in capturing a fine dining experience, with great props, and delicious looking food. Your choice of props was just enough; you created the atmosphere without overdoing it, and you picked colours that enhanced your budgie. When I first look at the photo, Persephone instantly catches my eye
To improve, I would suggest that you and Persephone work on interaction. I would love to see Persephone having fun, and interacting with the props.
Great photo all in all. I loved seeing Persephone’s smilling face. Keep up the good work!

Marit~ Tybo
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%201/DSCI1722copy3.jpg
This is such an adorable photo! I love the simple, bright concept. Your use of props was great! I LOVE the little fork! It made me giggle when I saw it! You did a great job in capturing the theme appropriately I also comment you for use an unconventional camera angle. Very creative! It totally looks like Tybo is super excited to take a massive bite out of the cucumber The interaction is great!
My only suggestion for improvement is, be sure to continue to focus on the budgie, and capture clear photos of the budgie’s face.

birdiebuddie~Mojito
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/5de9b7d1.jpg
Adorable photo! The interaction is great; I love seeing your budgie munching happily on dinner You also did a great job on props, with the flowers, wine and napkin. Great attention to detail. Your use of a coloured background was a great technique to use to help draw the eyes in to your budgie.
To improve, I suggest zooming in a bit to focus in bit more. I want to have a closer look at your darling Mojito Keep up the good work! I love seeing the interaction!

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_271542070351_678945351_8724095_3645288_n.jpg
Chibi-Chibi is so cute in this photo! Your use of props is great. You created a warm and welcoming restaurant atmosphere. I love the added touch of the bell to call the waiter and the photos of the wine bottles in the background. Your photo is very balanced, and Chibi-Chibi is the focus of the photo. Your budgies stands out, and isn’t getting lost in the props. Good work!
To improve, I suggest working on interaction. While adorable, your photo is very posed. I would like to see Chibi-Chibi interacting with the props. Keep up the good work!

FudgieTheBudgie~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-2.jpg
Cupid is such a handsome boy! I love how he is the focus of the photo. I see spunk, spazz and personality in his eyes. You did a GREAT job of capturing his personality, and snapping a photo of him interacting! He’s munching away with great eagerness

I have two suggestions for improvement. First off, be careful with lighting. This photo was a little dark. Try and brighten up your photo-shoot area with natural sunlight or a lamp. Secondly, try and incorporate a few more props. Your interacting was terrific, but the photo lacked the atmosphere of a fine dining experience. Good luck!

Louara~ Gracie-Mae
http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/395/1000780f.jpg
This is a very cute photo! You did a very good job in your use of props; You created a fine dining experience, without overdoing it. The choice of colors was great, as Gracie Mae stands out, and is the main central focus. You also ensured your pretty lady was interacting; she’s gobbling up the yummy dinner
For improvement, I suggest working on ensuring your photo is crisp and clear. Gracie-Mae is blurry and washed out, which is somewhat distracting. Blurriness in photos is usually caused by an unsteady hand, or a moving target. If your camera has a movement setting , I suggest taking photos using it, as this might help get rid of the blurriness. A blurry photo will not keep you from moving on in the competition, but it makes it difficult to see detail and can be distracting. Keep up the good work and good luck!

Corina~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_2082.jpg
This was one of my favourite photos in this round! Your use of props is excellent! The bouquet of flowers and delicious plate of food is great! You captured a warm restaurant setting and used a wonderful selection of colours to make Kenji stand out and be the center of attention. He is a marvelous yellow colour!
To improve, I suggest you and Kenji work on interaction. You did a good job using props, but your photo is lacking movement and interaction. Good luck and keep up the good work!

Budgiekin~Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixweek1tbntmentry.jpg
The photo is absolutely wonderful! This just might be my favorite of this round. Your use of props is great, from the ‘Le Millet Restaurant’ title and Paris picture, to the wallet in the foreground! Awesome! And you did a superb job of capturing Phoenix munching away on dinner Perfect photo! Yay!
While I think your photo is perfect, I do suggest being aware of lighting. This photo is great, but be careful that you don’t use too dark of a setting. Great photo! Keep up the good work!

BeckiC – Jo
http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/BudgieLvr/Photos044.jpg
Good use of props! I love the added touch of the plate, jug and salt & pepper shakers on the table very cute!
To improve, I suggest trying a different angle. I would have liked to see Jo’s pretty face. I found that with the angle you used, the focus was on the props, and not Jo.

JenJen - Graham
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/jens_lj/graham-2.jpg
Graham is such a cutie patootie! I totally went awwww when I saw this photo. The set-up was simple and elegant, and the lighting was great. I love it! I also liked the fact that you took a risk and tried a different angle. Good job!
To improve, I suggest you and Graham work on interaction. This photo is very posed and I would love to see some movement in your future submissions Keep up the good work!

aka.pody~ Rosie
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Rosiedining.jpg

Very cute shot! I love the touch of the pretty rose. Great addition, as your pretty budgie is named Rosie. I also see some interaction, which is good
To improve, I have a few suggestions. First off, work on lighting. Pretty Rosie is in the dark, and I would love to see her shine. Secondly, Rosie is hidden behind the flower; I want to see her beautiful face. Thirdly, work on making Rosie being the focus. She is such a pretty girl. I want to see her shine! Good luck in the next round!

horsecrazy202~ Sammy
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera002-1.jpg
Sammy is as proud as a peacock! Lol! Adorable! You did a great job of making her be the focus of the photo, as well as show off her pretty face.
To improve, I suggest working on brighter lighting and trying to get a clearer photo. The blurriness is slightly distracting. I also suggest working on getting Sammy to interact with the props you have chosen. Good luck and keep up the good work!

AngelWings

09-15-2009, 01:52 PM

Here are mine :)

gpgilbert~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/Posing.jpg

The set up was done brilliantly, i absolutely loved it. I love the angle you took the picture from, showed both the props as well as Persephone. I'd like to see him interacting more with the props in future challenges but it was still very well done :) He can go far in the modelling business ;)

Marit~ Tybo

http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%201/DSCI1722copy3.jpg

I love the props, very cute and creative!
This was one of my favorites, not only do you have adorable props but it was also taken from an unique angle. The angle didn't take the attention from Tybo at all and it gave it that different out look :) I loved how he was interacting with the props! Good job! :)

birdiebuddie~Mojito

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/5de9b7d1.jpg

Another one of my favorites!
I love the props. Mojito is adorable and i love how he was eating his dinner! That is always a plus! ;) One thing you could work on is the lamp in the background took the attention away from Mojito a bit because the first thing you see when you look at the picture is the lamp and then Mojito. Also the photo was taken quite far and Mojito was a bit small so next time, take the picture closer :p. I really loved this entry, i think you guys did a great job!

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_271542070351_678945351_8724095_3645288_n.jpg

I loved the props on this entry as well especially the balance you created with the red flowers at the front, you put one on each side so they balanced each other out. Chibi Chibi looked adorable but i would like to see him interacting with the props a bit more. It was a great entry and certainly at the top of the list. His cute face plus the amazing set up made this a great entry :) He sure is a future budgie model ;)

FudgieTheBudgie~ Cupid

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-2.jpg

There weren't many props in this one and it sure was taken from a unique level but what i really liked is that he really was interacting with the props in this photo (the millet). His determination to get that millet was adorable. Also the background was quite light while the lighting on Cupid was a bit dark so it did take the attention away from him. I'd try to use more props in the future and remember to always interact with the props, you did this perfectly in this entry :D

Louara~ Gracie~Mae

http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/395/1000780f.jpg

Great set up!
Gracie Mae sure looked like she was enjoying her dinner! It was an adorable photo, great set up and great interaction with the props. It was a bit blurry and it did take the attention away from her so next time try to take less blurry photos so we can see her pretty face. I also liked the background, it made Gracie Mae stand out :)

Corina~ Kenji

http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_2082.jpg

One of my favorite entries. Kenji looks like a super model! I loved, LOVED the set up, it was absolutely stunning! Perfect lighting as well. Kenji looked beyond gorgeous! I would like to see him interacting more with the props but i was stunned by this entry, very well done :D

Budgiekin~Phoenix

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixweek1tbntmentry.jpg

This was my favourite entry for this week :)
I love the set up, everything about it screams creativity! Very well done! Perfect set up, great lighting, great interaction! I wouldn't have changed anything about this entry at all. It was just perfect and not to mention Phoenix is just beyond adorable. I really love this entry, keep it up Kim! :D

BeckiC - Jo

http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/BudgieLvr/Photos044.jpg

Great props! Jo is stunning! I would have preferred it to be taken from a different angle. I could not see her face just her back and there was no interaction between budgie and props. If her face was visible i think it would have been better as well as the lighting, the flash washed out a bit of her colouring. It was a very cute set up but Jo was at the wrong place :( If she had been located somewhere else in this photo which showed her face, i'm sure she would have made it to the second round. I really hope you guys continue to enter in the member of the public, Jo is gorgeous and i'd love to see more pics of her :)

JenJen - Graham

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/jens_lj/graham-2.jpg

Graham is adorable! I like the beautiful set up as well as the lighting. I also liked the angle it was taken from but i do think you can do better with the interaction between Graham and the props. There was no interaction and he did look very posed. I was still happy with this entry but i hope to see more interaction with the props next time :)

aka.pody~ Rosie

http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Rosiedining.jpg

I liked the props, the flower gave it a feminine touch ;) I think you could really work on the lighting for this because Rosie looks like she is in the dark and the background looks quite busy. Also she turned her head into the flower and it covered her face a bit. I know you had some problems taking this picture and i'm glad you were able to. Rosie is absolutely adorable :)

horsecrazy202~ Sammy

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera002-1.jpg

I love the angle you took this picture from; it shows Sammy's face perfectly. The photo was a bit blurry and it wasn't the best lighting but i know you had only one day to prepare and send in a photo so i think it was a job well done :) but remember to get her to interact with the props more. I love how she looks extremely happy with her little feet on the millet.

birdybuddy1

09-15-2009, 05:46 PM

gpgilbert~ Persephone: http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/Posing.jpg
Easily one of my favorite set-ups. This photo was VERY well done! :D I absolutely love the fancy restaurant mood it gives off. Everything from the mini gold rimmed plate, to the fancy perch, to the foliage in the background - just superb. The lighting is great becasue Persephone almost shines, and I love the way the background is out of focus to bring the attention to Perephone and the main props. The only thing which i would have changed, which I know you figured out after you sent this in, is that I would rahter you had entered on of your great bloopers that showed her actually eating. ;) So as I'm sure that everyone will learn very quickly, we really want to see action to show that your budgie is actually demonstrating the challenge. Amazing entry Gilbert, and I can't wait to see your future entries, seeing that this is only your first! :)

Marit~ Tybo: http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%201/DSCI1722copy3.jpg
This is also a superb photo. I am so impressed with all the mini props - the silverware, napkin, candle, and tiny food servings. The lighting is very nice - it's not dark, but yet it's not so bright that it's washed out. I also think that your angle was unique, but I would have liked to maybe see it from a little lower, just to see more of Tybo and his facial expression. ;)I can't quite see from this angle, but I think I can see him staring intently at his food - very cute. One very picky thing is I might have removed whatever looks like it's sticking out from his tail, because it doesn't add to the setup, and it's a bit distracting. But let me remind you, I am being VERY picky with you, because there is almost nothing that I would change. this is a stellar entry. :)

birdiebuddie~Mojito:

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/5de9b7d1.jpg
I am loving the interaction! However, I would love to see the interaction more clearly. the set up is very nice, but I think you could have left out the lamp withoutdetracting from your photo too much. then you could have a more close up picture of Mojito, so we could see his adorably messy face! :P :) The photo is a bit blurry, but I really like the action. Also, looks like a very healthy meal! I love the little napkin, and you did a good job of putting up a solid background to get rid of disrtactions. So all you really need to work on is more focus on Mojito, and you will be well on your way to stardom! ;)

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi:
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_271542070351_678945351_8724095_3645288_n.jpg

This photo is so beautiful! :) The colors of the flowers really highlight Chibi's colors, and draw your eyes around the whole picture. I agree with Suenem that you did a brilliant job of balancing the picture. Your set-up is very creative, how you used different things to make Chibi's little dish. One thing that I think you can work on next is having ChibiChibi be more of a focus - maybe try to cut down the size of the set a little so that we can see ChibiChibi bigger. After all, he is a model-worth budgie! And one more thing: the only thing i would have like to see more than Chibi's adorable signature head tilt is him eating! ;) :) Overall, a stunning entry! :D

FudgieTheBudgie~ Cupid:http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-2.jpg
this has got to be one of the best action shots I've seen!:D I am loving Cupid's intense stare, and the camera angle you used really shows off his interaction with the challenge! The thing that you need to work on now is props! ;) I know that you had less time than others, and you took this picture as a member of the public at first, but I would really like to see more props. Cupid looks like a very interactive budgie, and I can't wait to see his performance in other challenges! :)

Louara~ Gracie~Mae: http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/395/1000780f.jpg
This is also one of the best action shots! :) Food in the beak - what could be better? :D that was a very good capture. Your set up is very nice too. I t looks like it must have been hard for her to choose from the menu! The only thing that I wish could be different would be to have it less blurry. I think that we are going to post some general tips for that later. Gracie-Mae is such a character, and I would to be able to see her more clearly. I think the excited expression on her face is so hilarious! Gracie-Mae seems like a fearless budgie, and that will be very helpful for future challenges! :)

Corina~ Kenji: http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_2082.jpgI absolutely LOVE this photo. :D The set-up was superbly designed. The repetition of the color red draws your eyes around the whole picture, from the rose, to that flower in the back, to that adorable mini vase, to Kenji's food. The simple white backdrops really lets me focus on Kenji and the great props. :) Her meal certainly looks fancy, and very delicious. the only thing I can tell, which I have been telling everyone else, is that I want to see more action. Aka, the only I think that you could have done better would be to have Kenji actually eating. ;) You are already very good at designing a beautiful photo, and I can't wait to see what you produce in the future! :)

Budgiekin~Phoenix: http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixweek1tbntmentry.jpg
This entry is so unique and amazingly creative! :) I love it all, especially the bill fold with Phoenix's portrait! :D I can't imagine how much time you must have spent thinking this up and creating this incredible photo, but it really paid off! On top of this, you did a great job of sticking to the challenge - this certainly is FINE dining, and you did a great job of getting an action shot. The only thing that I can suggest is to try to be able to zoom in a little more on Phoenix, so he is a bit more of the main attraction. The props are superb, but we really want to see a little more of the budgies. A lot of people had this problem. So I'm not saying cut out the props, because they are brilliant - but try to condense them a little. Do i make sense? :P This is a stellar entry, and I think it is a very good example of the level of commitment we want to see in a top model! :)

BeckiC - Jo: http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/BudgieLvr/Photos044.jpg
I loved your use of miniature props - the table, pitcher, and salt $ pepper shakers. Very cute. :) Jo is such a beautiful budgie, but I don't think this photo showed her off properly. The focus was on the setup, and the angle made to hard to see Jo's beautiful face. It was very hard to vote you out, and I really hope you will continue to participate as a member of the public! if you follow a few of our tips, I know you will be able to produce stellar photos! :D Thanks so much for participating, and just making it through the selections was a huge accomplishment! :)

JenJen - Graham:
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/jens_lj/graham-2.jpg
This photo is so beautiful and visually pleasing! :) You did a wonderful job with lighting, and the colors are so rich and vivid. This picture really shows of Graham's cuteness. Next time, try to work on really trying to create what the challenge is asking for - through the use of more props and interaction. For example, maybe a more varied menu would have enhanced the photo. You are capable of producing top-notch quality photos, and I'm sure you will go far if you can follow a few of these tips! :)

aka.pody~ Rosie: http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Rosiedining.jpg
Looks like you made a delicious, healthy menu for Rosie! :D I love the touch of the rose, I just got that it might be because of her name! :P The fact that this photo is pretty blurry distracts me a bit, and I would love to see Rosie's adorable face more clearly! Next time, try for a bit more elaborate props and more interaction! I know that this shot was hard for you, and it's great that you got Rosie to sit on the food dish. Keep making steps like this and your pictures will be better and better every time! :)

horsecrazy202~ Sammy: http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera002-1.jpg
I am very impressed with this photo given the short time you had to do it! :) You have a nice set up, I really like the Ivy and flowers in the background. My gaze is pulled toward the background, however, because it seems to be better focused than Sammy is. This photo has great interaction, and I would really like to see it more clearly. I love the way Sammy's grabbing the millet and her focus! :)

birdybuddy1

09-22-2009, 04:44 PM

I hope I'm supposed to post them here, as opposed to a new thread! :o

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-4.jpg

You definitely did a great job of taking our advice and improving your set-up! :D it is wonderful, and the quality, focus, and lighting in the picture is a huge improvement! :) The only thing that is lacking is the interaction. You had that perfect last week! So now, if you just combine the good from both weeks, your future entries will be perfect! :D

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_278232515351_678945351_8850814_4744465_n.jpg

Caution: R rated for extreme budgie pda's! :eek: :XD: Just kidding, Stacey! This is a SUPERB photo! The interaction could not be better, given the challenge, and you zoomed in just the right amount. I think last week I told you to try to take a closer up photo, and you did a perfect job! :) I love this photo, the little circle they're on is like a frame, and the solid green background really makes the budgies stand out. This was a hard challenge in terms of keeping the focus on your model and not his friend, but you did a perfect job, because being able to see eye draws my attention to him. :D I'm sorry I have no criticism!

JenJen ~ Graham

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/jens_lj/1-19.jpg

Graham is looks soooo adorable (as always :)), but I really wanted to see more interaction! That was the main problem with last week's entry too. I think you have sooooo much potential, and Graham is certainly a wonderful model, but I didn't think this entry illustrated the challenge. i am so sad to see you and Graham go, and PLEASE keep posting as a member of the public!

Marit~Tybo

http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%202/DSCI2498.jpg

This entry clearly says devotion - I love the way they're almost touching beaks and gazing intently at each other. The only problem, as Suenem already stated, is that I would have though that the eye-pinning budgie was the actual model! ;) Otherwise, great entry, and it expresses he challenge very well. :)

Budgiekin~ Phoenix

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/week2tbntmfinal.jpg

I love this photo, and it is especially unique because Phoenix's BFF is you, and not another budgie! ;) The backdrop is beautiful - how did you do that? :eek: I think the lighting is very unique, and the way it blends colors can be a very nice effect for other situations, but for a model contest in which you're trying to show off Phoenix, I would have preferred a sharper image. This photo is very aesthetically pleasing, the vivid colors and the angle remind me of something I'd see in a magazine. :) Just remember that you should try to show off Phoenix a little more. ;)

birdiebuddie~Mojito

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/4896d736.jpg

This entry is a huge improvements on last week's, in the sense that you really followed our advice and zoomed in on Mojito! The effect is wonderful! :D You have great interaction, how Mojito is grabbing the little clown fish. And I love the expression on his face - he looks so enthusiastic, it's hilarious! :D

gpgilbert~ Persephone

http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/PersephoneandClaire.jpg

I also loved this photo, you can really tell that Persephone loves Claire, and they are soooo adorable together. I am extremely impressed by all your photos, and although I would have thought this was perfect, I actually liked some of your bloopers better. the first and second ones would have made SUPERB entries. i love how they are holding hands, and I it is just so priceless how it looks like they are hugging in the first one! :D Also, I love seeing Persephone preen her brother, sticking her adorable little tongue out. I have been soooo impressed by all your photos, and as soon as you get the hang of picking which ones to submit, you will be hard to beat!

Corina~ Kenji

http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_2475.jpg

Another outstanding entry, Corina! :D I am sooo impressed, keep it up! :D I love how they're holding hands and how they're squashed up against each other so that they could fit on the same ladder step. Either they really love each other, or that took a lot of coaxing! :P the colorful bead on the ladder add a very nice touch to the photo, and this is overall and exceptional photo. :)

Louara~ Gracie-Mae

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/4713/1000879k.jpg

I loved seeing you and Gracie-Mae together in this photo! :) I think it's so cute that she's willing to sit on your towel-turban! :P One thing that i would recommend is better lighting, and less clutter in the background. I'm not saying you have to get rid of the clutter (I would not want to either), but find a wall or backdrop that will be less distracting. ;) i actually think that your first two blooper would have made better entries, because the interaction is wonderful! :) You did a better job of getting better focus in the entry, and I really liked seeing your smile! :)

aka.pody ~ Rosie

http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/RosieadoresNicky.jpg

You did a great job of improving on a lot of the tips we gave last week! :) The focus is better, but i would still love to see a bit more clarity. The lighting, however, is a drastic improvement! I am able to see Rosie's beautiful colors and markings. This photo was lacking in interaction, but I do love the way the Rosie is gazing lovingly at Nicky! :)

Horsecrazy202- Sammy

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera005-3.jpg

This was one of my favorite this week, and the improvements is amazing! :D I love the interaction, and it makes me say "Awwwwww...." You are Sammy make an adorable couple! :D I don't know how, but you had great clarity in this photo, especially compared to last week's! :) Maybe you could tell others how you did that! :) The lighting , the interaction and the focus are superb, and it is very unique! The only thing that I would change it a more simple background, as Suenem already said. At first I was like, Wow! she got a parrolet and a Grey too?? :eek: ;) Over all outstanding entry, and I am overwhelmed by the progress you have made! :D

A tip to all who have problems with blurriness and lighitng:

Sorry I forgot to post this last week, but these might help or might not:

For lighting, try to take the picture so that your back is to the sun/ source of light, instead of having the camera pointing into the light.

For blurriness, try to push down the button half way, and on many cameras it will focus. Then push it all the way once the focus is good. if it is having problems focusing, let go, back up, move in, or change angles to try to get it to focus better. :)

AngelWings

09-22-2009, 06:49 PM

Not sure if i'm supposed to be writing here either but here goes my critiques for week 2 :)

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-4.jpg

I love the set up & props. Cupid looks adorable as well. I like how you made the lighting better for this photo, i think the lighting was perfect for this. I love the angle as well; it captured Cupid's adorable little face perfectly. One thing you could improve on is interaction; you had it perfectly on your last entry but not so much in this one. It was a great entry but it'd be better if he was interacting in it.

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_278232515351_678945351_8850814_4744465_n.jpg

You always seem to "Wow" me. When i think you can't get any better, you do :)
This was my favourite entry this week. It was perfect, perfect lighting, interaction and angle. I also loved where Chibi Chibi and Mumble are standing on, it give the photo that special touch. Keep up the great work :thumbsup:

JenJen ~ Graham

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/jens_lj/1-19.jpg

This was an adorable entry. Graham looks adorable! I do think however that you need to work on interaction, i was missing both in this entry and the last entry as well. Also the lighting could be improved since both budgies have a pink tint to them. I'm sorry to see you go, Graham is super cute and i hope you continue as a MOTP.

Marit~Tybo

http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%202/DSCI2498.jpg

Another favourite this week as well :)
I love how they're staring at each other. This photo screams "Cute", you captured an adorable moment between the two of them. One thing is, careful with the models you put in the photo, my eye immediately went to the budgie on the right and not to Tybo. His friend is gorgeous by the way :p I really liked this entry, keep up the great work :D

Budgiekin~ Phoenix

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/week2tbntmfinal.jpg

This entry made me go "AWW" it was simply adorable.
We can see how much Phoenix loves you. I love the angle this picture was taken from as well as the background, it gave the impression that it was taken outside and that you were lying on a field and he had just landed on you, too cute :) However i'm sure you're aware of the lighting in this photo, it totally washed out Phoenix's beautiful colors as well as your face so next entry, remember better lighting ;). I love how he was playing with your eyebrow and it was perfect in interaction. It was a good entry but the lighting could be improved on.

birdiebuddie~Mojito

http://i33.tinypic.com/1057jic.jpg

Very cute! :)
I love the lighting and the angle i was taken from. Even though you took the picture from his back you could still see his face. I really liked how he has his little foot on the toy, it gave it that interaction that was missing. It was an adorable entry and great job on listening to last time's tips by zooming in on his beautiful face :)

gpgilbert~ Persephone

http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/PersephoneandClaire.jpg

Another adorable entry! :)
I love how you have the dark background which makes both Persephone and his friend pop. I also loved the lighting; it was great as well as the angle he was positioned in. However you did it again :XD: your bloopers were *perfect* for this week while this photo was missing the interaction, remember next time go for interactive photos instead of posed ones ;)

Corina~ Kenji

http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_2475.jpg

You did it again! Your entry has been at the top of my favorites list yet again this week. This was absolutely perfect; perfect lighting, angle, background and interaction. I love how they are "holding hands" It was absolutely brilliant. Great job! :D

Louara~ Gracie-Mae

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/4713/1000879k.jpg

Gracie Mae is too cute!
I love how she's hanging out on your towel. I love the angle it was taken from and the dark background making both of you pop. I think you could improve by if you make sure you don't have a cluttered background and also the flash washed out a bit of Gracie Mae's colors but it was an overall cute entry :)

aka.pody ~ Rosie

http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/RosieadoresNicky.jpg

What a gorgeous couple ;)
I love how they are staring at each other and giving each other the "You're all mine" look. I also love the fact that they are the same shade of blue, it's adorable. Remember, interaction is extremely important so next time make sure Rosie is interacting a bit more :)

Horsecrazy202- Sammy

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera005-3.jpg

This one was also at the top of the list for me this week. I love how she is looking at you while you give her a kiss :) It's amazing the trust she has in you. I loved the lighting in this photo as well as the angle. The background was a bit too busy and it took the attention away from Sammy a bit but overall it was a great entry and i loved it :)

skthurley

09-23-2009, 07:56 PM

My comments this week are going to be short and sweet, as I dont have a lot of time. Work is keeping me hopping!

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid

Great set-up! You definitely took our suggestions last week and brought on the props! Good job! But with props, must come interaction. Your photo last week excelled in interaction, while this week, it is lacking. For this next week, combine awesome props with awesome interaction and you will have an amazing photo!
Cupid is a handsome fellow and I look forward to seeing more photos from you two!

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

AMAZING photo! Absolutely perfect! There is nothing I would change. You took our advice from last week and zoomed in just perfectly, and Chibi-chibi is interacting with his buddy. AWESOME! Keep up the amazing work! You guys are going to go far!

JenJen ~ Graham

Graham is a cutie! You did a great job in the closeup this week, but the lighting is a bit dark, and Graham isnt really showing any love to his budgie buddy. :( You guys have great potential to be a modeling team. I am sad to see you guys go. Please do continue to participate just for fun :)

Marit~Tybo
Great photo this week! You did a great job on interaction, and I totally see the love and devotion Tybo has for his buddy. My only comments are to try and make Tybo the focus. The budgie buddy is not the star model, Tybo is. Also, be wary of lighting. This weeks submission was a bit dark. Keep up the good work! I look forward to your submission this week :)

Budgiekin~ Phoenix
You guys are adorale! This is a great shot! One of my favs this week. You and Phoenix are so cute together! I love it!
Like I mentioned above, be careful of lighting. I find this photo to be too bright and overexposed. It would have been perfect had it been just a little darker. Keep up the great work! You guys are sure to go far!

birdiebuddie~Mojito
Hehe! Mojito sure loves the fishy! lol! Great improvements from last week! You did an excellent job in zooming in to focus on your handsome little guy! Great job on interaction as well! I look forward to seeing more photos from you guys! Keep up the awesome work, and good luck!

gpgilbert~ Persephone
Adorable submission! Claire and Persephone are definitely very devoted to one another!
You did a great job capturing the love, but like already mentioned, I think it would have been better to submit one of your blooper photos instead. This one, while adorable, is more posed. :)
Good job on the dark background. It really helped keep a focus on Persephone and his lady love :)
Keep up the good work! I enjoy seeing your photos!

Corina~ Kenji
Stunning photo! Kenji is one gorgeous bird! And I LOVE how he is holding hands with his buddy! Too cute! This is another of my favs this week! Keep up the good work!

Louara~ Gracie-Mae
hehe! This photo made me giggle! Great idea! You did well in following our advice to work on capturing a clearer image of Gracie-Mae. I would continue to work on picture quality. Other then that, continue capturing shots that display your little ladys amazing personality! I look forward to your submission this week! Good luck!

aka.pody ~ Rosie
Cute photo! You did well in following our advice in regards to lighting and picture quality! :) You also made a shift towards excellent interaction. Rosie is starting lovingly at her friend. Continue to work towards more interaction! Good luck!

Horsecrazy202- Sammy
110% better photo then last weeks submission! I am VERY impressed! You and Sammy are so in love. I love how she is looking at you, while youre kissing her. Adorable! Photo quality is great: nice and clear with no blurriness. Next time, try a less busy background. The bird pictures in this photo were actually quite distracting from you two. Good luck! You two have GREAT potential!

and closing thoughts:

I am REALLY impressed! All of you stepped up your game this week and followed our advice. You are all making it very hard on us judges!

Continue to strive towards interaction!

Good luck everyone!

birdybuddy1

10-01-2009, 03:17 AM

Okay, sorry everyone, but i'm just going to post what I've done so far, just in order of when the entries were submitted. I'll try to get to the rest as soon as I can. :) but now I must go to bed. ;)

FudgietheBudgie~ Cupid (race car driver)

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-5.jpg

I love how I could immediately tell what Cupid's profession was! :) Your use of props was great too... I love how you drew the long road fading into the distance, and how you cut your own road out of felt! very creative! :D The down side is: INTERACTION! You nailed this right on in the first challenge, but these last 2 challenges are really lacking in interaction. Please focus on that next time. ;) Also, whatever you did you get last week's photo so clear and well-lit: do that again. The lighten in this week's entry was too dim. I have seen what we are looking for in each of your entries, so now if you can combine the good form each week: interaction, props, and picture quality, you will produce a great photo! :)

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi ( veterinarian)

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_284547005351_678945351_8964385_7225814_n.jpg

Wow. Just Wow. I am blown over by not only your photo, but how cooperative ChibiChibi is! :eek: How on earth did you get him to grip the edge of that table and lean on the stethoscope? It is truly amazing! :D The props and interaction are great - I would have immediately know that he was a vet without it being labeled. :) Please share your budgie taming secrets! ;) This is a stellar photo, and I am hard pressed to think of anything that you could improve! The only thing that comes to my mind is that it is very busy, but I don't know if that is a problem in this case, because all the bright colors and props are important to the challenge. Soooo.... again, I have no critiques for you! :o Your photos have been better and better each week, and I can't wait to see your next! :D

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito ( plumber)

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/d9d8803b.jpg

This picture in itself is a very beautiful picture, I just don't think it fit the challenge as well. I love the clean white lighting, and I love Mojito's boldness, looking up at the water. :) The only problem is, I would not have known his profession without the label. The interaction and photo quality was great, but next time try to use more props to really illustrate the challenge. It is great that Mojito is such a fearless budgie, so I can't wait to see what he does for he circus challenge! :D

gpgilbert ~Persephone (chef)

http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/BlueBackground.jpg

Again, your entry simply amazes me. You really have a knack for making Persephone stand out and really shine! :) I loved this entry, and I could immediately tell that she's a chef! :D I love how she's grabbing the knife with one foot, and how she's eating on the job. :giggle: The picture quality is as stellar as ever. Again, any of your bloopers would have made amazing entries, but I think you are improving your choosing skills. ;)

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae(Culinary artist)

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/9391/1000946g.jpg

Your entry was also a great example of one that i immediately knew Gracie-Mae's profession! :) I love her concentrated expression! :) The thing that I'd like to see you work on is making Gracie-Mae the focus. To do this, I'd advise that you do not have so many props and patterns, which can be distracting when combined. Also, try to zoom in on Gracie-Mae more, and try to get better focus. This is just all because Gracie-Mae is such a beautiful, expressive model, and I'd love to be able to see more clearly! You have great interaction with the challenge, and now if you can just combine that with more focus on Gracie-Mae, you will have a winning combination! :)

Marit ~ Tybo(Student)
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%203/DSCI2854copy.jpg

This is a great photo, especially in terms of picture quality and interaction! :) I love how you sneakily place the millet - it looks like Tybo is VERY interested in his studies! :D I love how is seems like he is staring intently at his book. I can definitely tell that he is some kind of a profession that requires reading, and writing. The only thing that I would advise for this entry is a use of more props to make his profession a little more clear. Like maybe the board could have said "homework due tomorrow" or something like that, to make it very clear that Tybo is a student. Even so, this is a very solid, attractive entry. :) And' what not to love about a little molting budgie head? :D

to be continued...

birdybuddy1

10-01-2009, 08:05 PM

Okay.. here are three more. Sorry this is so tedious, but I'll try to get the last two in soon. I gotta go now and do homework before dance. :o

I would advise that everyone reads everyone else's critiques, to learn from other's mistakes. especially read my critique for Corina for a tip on interaction. :)

Jencelena ~ Firecracker (Seamstress)http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/DSCN1794.jpg

Amazing entry! :D You are spot on on action and meeting the challenge! :D I love how Firecracker looks like she is picking up the little ruler about to measure some fabric. Perfect on interaction, which is one of the main things we want to see. Keep it up! :) The props are also great - The mining sewing machine and sewing basket are just great. And I love the way a little clump of millet sneaked itself into the basket. ;) I don't have many suggestions for you, but one is maybe eliminating un-needed clutter, like the little gold thing under Firecracker, just to get a cleaner picture. That is really nit-picky though, so don't worry about it. This is an awesome entry, and I can't wait to see more! :D

Corina ~ Kenji (construction worker)

http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_3003.jpg

Another great entry, Corina! :) This is another that I immediately knew the profession. Your entire picture is incredible - not only the props, but the ground and the background. This should be a model for people who could work more on their sets. :) The picture quality is great, as always, so nothing to improve there. The only thing that you can still improve on a teensy bit is interaction. Is it better that your first entry, because she does have her foot on the sand, but try to think more towards what a construction worker would actually do. For example, maybe get her to bit the handle of the wheel barrow, and then it would look like she was pushing it. Another good example id Peter's entry: Persephone has her foot on the knife, just like Kenji has her foot on the sand, but this gesture is more appropriate in context of Peter's photo. it looks like Persephone is actually cutting the veggies, while I'm not sure why Kenji would put her foot on sand as a construction worker. ;) Do I make sense?

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix (Computer Tech for "Budgie Bytes")
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixcomputertechnician.jpg

:eek:..........
This is one of my favorites if not my very favorite for this week. It is simply amazing! :D I love everything about it, and I'm just going to start by saying I have no tips before I start gushing about what I liked. ;)
First of all, you made it very clear that Phoenix was a technician. I love the diploma and the stickers on the wall! :) I am soooo impressed by the interaction - How in earth did you get Phoenix to pick up the ipod with his foot? Most budgies would use their beak! I love it - it makes him look like he is examining the ipod for any problems. The ipod is extremely cute, by the way. The computer cord and keyboard under him greatly add to the setting. Like Corina's, this is a great model setting. You zoomed in just the right amount, a huge improvement on your first entry. :thumbsup: I also love That much of the setting is black, so that the really important parts stand out: the ipod, the stickers, and of course, Phoenix! :D The black also makes the picture as a whole very appealing and easy on the eyes. Lastly the quality of the picture is impeccable - Phoenix is so clear that it looks like he's going to pop right out of my computer! :P
GREAT job! :D

birdybuddy1

10-02-2009, 05:51 PM

okay, here are the last two! Sorry it took so long!

Horsecrazy202~ Sammy
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera310-1.jpg

This was a really creative idea, and your set-up is great. :) As for interaction - try to make the interaction more appropriate to the profession - read the critique for Kenii's photo this week. Also, your picture quality was great last week, and this week it is not as good. Try to also zoom in on Sammy more. You did a great job of that last week also. Something you improved on is not having such a busy background. :) I am excited to see what Sammy does in the circus! :) Just try to follow some of these tips, and your entry will be amazing! :D

aka.pody~ Rosie (Millet Bliss...Diva Card)
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/rosiemillet.jpg

This is a great entry! :) Millet bliss fits the prompt of the diva card very well, and I love the interaction of this photo. Rosie certainly looks like she is in millet heaven! :) I love the way it looks like she is lying down! Also, the quality of this picture is 200% better! :) I don't now how you made such a dramatic improvement, but keep it up! :D

AngelWings

10-05-2009, 02:23 PM

Here are mine.. Sorry i'm late :o
FudgietheBudgie~ Cupid (race car driver)

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/005-5.jpg

I love the background you made for him, it really gave the impression that he really was a race car driver :p Cupid looks adorable standing on the little car but it was a bit too dark. If you had used better lighting, it would have been a better entry ;) Also interaction, you did it perfectly in the first entry but in the last few entries you haven't had interaction at all. If you just work on these two things i'm sure your entry will be perfect!

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi ( veterinarian)

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs270.snc1/9725_284547005351_678945351_8964385_7225814_n.jpg

I have no words to describe this photo, it is just beyond amazing. This was my favourite entry for this week. I'm still shocked that he let you put that around his neck :p He is beyond adorable. Perfect lighting, interaction, props and angle. Another perfect entry :D This isn't a critique since your photos have been so *perfect* :XD: Keep up the amazing work :thumbsup:

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito ( plumber)

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/d9d8803b.jpg

I loved this photo. I thought it was adorable him standing there looking all focused on his job :p BUT when you first look at it "Plumber" doesn't pop up. It is an adorable picture, great lighting, angle but it would have made a better entry if you had put like tools beside him or something :p Mojito is absolutely adorable.

gpgilbert ~Persephone (chef)

http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/BlueBackground.jpg

Yay! You chose a perfect entry this week! :)
I loved everything about it thus i don't have a critique for you this time :p It had perfect lighting, amazing props, great interaction and she's beyond adorable! Great job! :thumbsup:

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae(Culinary artist)

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/9391/1000946g.jpg

I love how Gracie Mae always has great interaction! :) I think even in her entry she was interacting! :D I would suggest you use less props, it looked a bit crowded and some took the focuse away from Gracie Mae. Also like Emily said, zoom in a bit more, the props are getting more attention than Gracie Mae herself :p

Marit ~ Tybo(Student)
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%203/DSCI2854copy.jpg

This one was one of my favourites this week. It had such a simplicity about it since it only had few props but it was absolutely amazing! :) You can so tell he's a student of some kind. I love how he's looking right into the book as if he's reading it. I love the pen beside it as well as the blackboard in the background, it helped identify the profession :) Well done!

Jencelena ~ Firecracker (Seamstress)

http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/DSCN1794.jpg

Wow! I was amazed by this entry! Such great interaction and props. How on earth did you manage to get Firecracker to pick that up? :D I don't have any critiques for you either. Your entry was great :) Interaction, lighting, angle, props.. It was all very well done!

Corina ~ Kenji (construction worker)

http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_3003.jpg

Another amazing entry! :)
Kenji is just too adorable for words. Everytime i see him i just have to go "Aww". He has the cutest cheek patches :XD: I agree with Emily, this week you had more interaction but not enough. I do love the props and background, i can't believe you made it :eek: Great job! But remember to improve on interaction ;)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix (Computer Tech for "Budgie Bytes")
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixcomputertechnician.jpg

Phoenix did it again! :)
This is one of my favourites this week. I love the background, the stickers, the diploma and especially little Phoenix picking up the Ipod. I'm amazed at the quality of this picture. It's an amazing entry and i have no critiques for it this week :D Good job Phoenix...... and kim..

Horsecrazy202~ Sammy
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera310-1.jpg

This was adorable! :D
I love the theme for it as well as not having the background busy anymore ;) You could have zoomed in more or have had Sammy near a cat or something as if she were taking care of it since you wouldn't really see pet shop owners on the roof :p I do agree with Emily, your picture quality was so much better last week, it was actually perfect last week. Remember the picture quality, the zoom and most importantly; interaction. With these tips your entries will be much better :D

aka.pody~ Rosie (Millet Bliss...Diva Card)
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/rosiemillet.jpg

I LOVE the quality for this photo. I also love the interaction! :)
She sure looks like she's enjoying her millet feast!
Keep it up, this entry was really good :D

AngelWings

10-08-2009, 04:49 PM

Here are my critiques for week 4 :)

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/PersephoneLionTamerCloseup.jpg

I loved this entry! It was one of my favourites this week :)
I love the background and especially how brave she was eating millet out of a lion's mouth :eek:
It was a very unique picture and very well done. I think this as been one of your best entries yet :) Keep up the amazing work! :thumbsup:

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi (Diva Card)
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs250.snc1/9725_294038025351_678945351_9098913_287149_n.jpg

Chibi Chibi is just beyond adorable! What a great little model :D
How on earth did you get him to lie down like that? This photo is my favourite this week, it's the most unique picture i've ever seen. Amazing job Stacey & Chibi Chibi! You're such an gorgeous and super awesome model :D

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/9047/1000961.jpg

I love how you used the official colours; blue and yellow :)
I like the theme and Gracie Mae's expression :p
I would advice you not to use the flash so much because it washes out her colours a bit and also do more close up shots of Gracie Mae because in all of her pictures it's been taken from afar so we can't really see her pretty face up close :p

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixfinal.jpg

You're just such a talented little man aren't you?
Another one of my favourites, i love how the background is black blurry but you can still see what's on it so it draws your eyes right at Phoenix, making him the focus point :) I also love the bright orange rings, it also helps makes him more noticeable. His expression is just beyond adorable. I wouldn't change anything about this picture at all :)

Horsecrazy202 ~ Sammy (Diva Card)
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera353-1-1.jpg

Personally i liked this photo as well :)
I love how the quality of the picture is better and the background makes Sammy stand out. I also love her cute expression, she's looking at the millet as if it were her life :p Good job guys :)
I'm really sorry to see you both go :( Sammy is a great model.

Fudgie the Budgie ~ Cupid (Diva Card)
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/004-2.jpg

Cupid is so cute!
This picture is an improvement from your last pictures however the background is brighter than up front were Cupid's face is at so it makes him look darker than he is. I love the props in the background. Next time try out different angles, this looks exactly like his dinner picture except with a few props added, it's the exact same angle. I do like his interaction in it :)

Marit ~ Tybo (Diva Card)
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%204/051020091099.jpg

Tybo is gorgeous!
I love the close up, we can really see how gorgeous he is :)
The only suggestion is to make him interact more, even though he's super cute staring at us, it would have been better if he were eating the millet :p Interaction always comes first :D The quality of the picture is amazing! I love how we can see every little detail in Tybo's face :p

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/795670e7.jpg

He's such a brave little guy! :D
This was such a unique picture :) I love the little fishy on the bottom, it makes Mojito look like such a little stunt man :D However the focus was more on the props than Mojito himself but other than that it was a great entry! Well done guys!

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture008.jpg

One of my favourites!:D
So unique yet simple. Firecracker is super cute and he sure showed his skills! I love the background, the angle and the lighting. A great entry! Keep it up you guys!

aka.pody ~ Rosie
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/acrobat.jpg

How cute!
It's hard to believe the things budgies do for millet :rolleyes:
I love the interaction and the angle. Rosie looked a bit dark so the lighting could be improved on, maybe take the picture from the other side from the window so it won't make her look dark..? Keep it up you guys, this has been your best entry yet :D

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_3774.jpg

Another amazing entry!
I love the background,the angle, the close up! It's perfection :)
I love how Kenji is trying to climb up, beyond cute!
Good job guys!

birdybuddy1

10-08-2009, 06:21 PM

here are some of mine, will try to do more soon!

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/PersephoneLionTamerCloseup.jpg

I am so amazed by the creativity of this entry I would never have thought to do something like this. it is very unique, because Persephone isn't actually doing anything acrobatic, and eating millet is not something you'd think of as interaction, but in this context, it makes her look like the most daring contestant this week! This is a great model for people whose budgies are not as tame and cooperative, that you can still create a stellar entry! (not to say that Persephone isn't tame, but as an example of a type of entry that those with less tame budgies can do) Sorry for that convoluted sentence! The use of props is great too, especially the circus posters in the background! And picture quality is a great as ever. I think I can stop commenting on that, because you always turn out high quality pictures. I can tell you put a lot of thought and effort into this very unique entry, and it really payed off!

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi (Diva Card)
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs250.snc1/9725_294038025351_678945351_9098913_287149_n.jpg

WOW!! Just WOW! I am continuously amazed by ChibiChibi's cooperation and doing anything you want him to. My birds would never forgive me if I even thought about trying to get them to do that! Your props are amazing too.. it looks like he's in a luxury budgie bedroom! The only thing I can find fault in is that the lighting is a bit dark. Maybe you could find a different thing to make the walls out of that didn't have a ceiling to let more light in. Overall, this is an exemplary model of how the Diva card should be done! It is very creative!

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/9047/1000961.jpg

Amazing use of props, I can tell you put a lot of effort and creativity into making this set! :) One thing I'd like to see more of is interaction. Gracie Mae isn't actually doing anything that you'd see at the circus. ;) Also, like Suenem said, try to zoom in more on Gracie Mae and try to get better lighting and picture quality. :) Gracie Mae is a great model, and your pictures are always very creative. I just want to be able to see the beautiful model better! :)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixfinal.jpg

phoenix has done it again! ;) This is a perfect entry - lighting, focus, props, interaction, and background are right on. :) I love how Phoenix stands out so much against the black. And how can you beat that face? :XD: That is just priceless. He is such a dare devil! :D great entry, and I don't have any criticism! :) You make a judge's job easy! ;)

Horsecrazy202 ~ Sammy (Diva Card)
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera353-1-1.jpg

First of all, I just want to say I am so sorry Sammy had to go. :( It's never fun to vote someone out, and it was really sad, because I know how enthusiastic you and Sammy are about this competition. Please keep posting pictures as a member of the public! I already explained some of the reasons why this photo didn't pass. I would have liked to have seen more creativity for a diva card... it can't be a freebee, it has to be unique and thoughtful. I really liked how you tied the millet to ribbons in the background, but I would liked to have seen more props. In the future, try to move away from or at least disguise the millet - it has been a common theme in your entries for Sammy to be eating millet in the middle of a very creative set. The exception was you budgie devotion picture, which was on of my very favorites for that week. Keep that standard up, and you will go even further in future contests, and you will have better pictures in general! :) Thanks so much for participating, and congrats for getting this far! :)

birdybuddy1

10-10-2009, 05:13 PM

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Top%20Model%20Entries/PersephoneLionTamerCloseup.jpg

I am so amazed by the creativity of this entry I would never have thought to do something like this. it is very unique, because Persephone isn't actually doing anything acrobatic, and eating millet is not something you'd think of as interaction, but in this context, it makes her look like the most daring contestant this week! This is a great model for people whose budgies are not as tame and cooperative, that you can still create a stellar entry! (not to say that Persephone isn't tame, but as an example of a type of entry that those with less tame budgies can do) Sorry for that convoluted sentence! The use of props is great too, especially the circus posters in the background! And picture quality is a great as ever. I think I can stop commenting on that, because you always turn out high quality pictures. I can tell you put a lot of thought and effort into this very unique entry, and it really payed off!

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi (Diva Card)
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs250.snc1/9725_294038025351_678945351_9098913_287149_n.jpg

WOW!! Just WOW! I am continuously amazed by ChibiChibi's cooperation and doing anything you want him to. My birds would never forgive me if I even thought about trying to get them to do that! Your props are amazing too.. it looks like he's in a luxury budgie bedroom! The only thing I can find fault in is that the lighting is a bit dark. Maybe you could find a different thing to make the walls out of that didn't have a ceiling to let more light in. Overall, this is an exemplary model of how the Diva card should be done! It is very creative!

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/9047/1000961.jpg

Amazing use of props, I can tell you put a lot of effort and creativity into making this set! :) One thing I'd like to see more of is interaction. Gracie Mae isn't actually doing anything that you'd see at the circus. ;) Also, like Suenem said, try to zoom in more on Gracie Mae and try to get better lighting and picture quality. :) Gracie Mae is a great model, and your pictures are always very creative. I just want to be able to see the beautiful model better! :)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixfinal.jpg

phoenix has done it again! ;) This is a perfect entry - lighting, focus, props, interaction, and background are right on. :) I love how Phoenix stands out so much against the black. And how can you beat that face? :XD: That is just priceless. He is such a dare devil! :D great entry, and I don't have any criticism! :) You make a judge's job easy! ;)

Horsecrazy202 ~ Sammy (Diva Card)
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii233/horsecrav202/BethsCamera353-1-1.jpg

First of all, I just want to say I am so sorry Sammy had to go. :( It's never fun to vote someone out, and it was really sad, because I know how enthusiastic you and Sammy are about this competition. Please keep posting pictures as a member of the public! I already explained some of the reasons why this photo didn't pass. I would have liked to have seen more creativity for a diva card... it can't be a freebee, it has to be unique and thoughtful. I really liked how you tied the millet to ribbons in the background, but I would liked to have seen more props. In the future, try to move away from or at least disguise the millet - it has been a common theme in your entries for Sammy to be eating millet in the middle of a very creative set. The exception was you budgie devotion picture, which was on of my very favorites for that week. Keep that standard up, and you will go even further in future contests, and you will have better pictures in general! :) Thanks so much for participating, and congrats for getting this far! :)

Fudgie the Budgie ~ Cupid (Diva Card)
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/004-2.jpg

You really improved as far as lighting from last week's entry! :) I like that you used props to make Cupid seem more pampered. However, I'd like to see more creativity in the diva cards in general, because eating millet is kind of the classic, expected thing that budgies enjoy.. but we like to be surprised and wowed! As far as interaction, it fits with what you did, but remember to have interaction in next week's photo too! :) Also, like Suenem said, try a different angle! :) Overall, this is a nice entry, but i would like to see a little more creativity! :)

Marit ~ Tybo (Diva Card)
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab351/Mijn-Beestenbende/De%20vogeltjes/TBNTM/WEEK%204/051020091099.jpg

I loved seeing Tybo's adorable face so close up, at such an adorable angle, but I must say that this entry is below your usual gold standard. ;) I don't see any props, and the background is busy. I would have liked to have seen more use of set-up and props, or at least a nice background. I also think this picture was lacking interaction. I know that studies are keeping you really busy, and i completely understand, but I know that you are capable of doing SOOOO much better! I hope that the next entry is more like the wonderful ones that you have produced! :)

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/795670e7.jpg

Nice action! :) I love how you blocked off the set with the bright-colored cloth, it takes the distractions out of the background. :) I still think you could zoom in more on Mojito, to make him more of a focus. Maybe instead of the dog, you could make Mojito larger. Also, your props are good, but if you want to improve even more, try to think of things that are a little more relevant. I can see how they would fit in, kind of, but it wasn't as obvious as, say, the elephant in Louara's entry. Overall, this is a good, solid entry, and I'm excited to see what you can come up with this week! :)

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture008.jpg

I loved this photo! :) It is very simple, but effective! The interaction in this photo is perfect, great capture! :D The bright colors really enhance the circus effect. Firecracker is such a brave model, and I can't wait to see your next entry! :)

aka.pody ~ Rosie
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/acrobat.jpg

Nice action! :D Rosie is such an acrobat! Your interaction is perfect for this entry, but I think the props could have been a bit more relevant. Also, last week's entry had impeccable picture quality - what happened? ;) It was so great - the colors, lighting, and clarity! Don't lose that! If you can combine the action and the picture quality, you'll have an even better photo for next week! :)

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_3774.jpg

AWESOME! :D This entry is perfect in all categories: props, interaction, background, and picture quality! I love the signs and the little audience in the background - that was really creative! :) And Kenji's action is great - one handed! :) Although most of your bloopers would have also made perfect entries! :D He is is truly a crowd pleaser! ;)

skthurley

10-14-2009, 06:44 AM

Hey models! I apologize for not having my critiques up for the past 2 weeks. Life has been crazy and hectic. I promise to have critiques for week 5 up after deliberations :) I know that lots of input is appreciated, especially as the contest progresses

birdybuddy1

10-23-2009, 06:11 PM

still working on: Cupid, Rosie, Kenji

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Travel/IMGP3640.jpg

Amazing entry (again!) :D This entry is spot on at meeting the challenge - it is obvious that she is in Egypt. How do you do that beautiful backdrop? It really enhances the effect! :) The props are amazing, and so is the interaction - I love how it looks Persephone has just open the coffin and is now proudly revealing her discovery! :)

parakeet1212~ Ace
http://i36.tinypic.com/2ly206c.jpg

Your entry was very unique and creative, and I'm really curious how to got it to look like he's in a tree in a storm! However, this entry did not clearly follow the guidelines, and i couldn't tell where he is. Also, the quality of the picture makes it hard to understand. Thanks for entering, and I'm sorry to see you and Ace go! :(

Louara ~ Gracie- Mae
http://img360.imageshack.us/img360/2937/1000999.jpg

Your entry is perhaps the most obvious about the coutry of choice! ;) The set up is very complex and creative, but I still think there is not enough focus on Gracie-Mae. It seems like the camera focused on the background more than Gracie-Mae, so she is blurry. Overall, try for better picture quality, and more of an emphasis on your beautiful little model! :)

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs231.snc1/7833_302332485351_678945351_9214425_5862844_n.jpg

Amazing set up and I love your hand drawn back ground! :) Chibi-Chibi's bravery continues to amaze me-laying in that thing is just not natural budgie behavior, and he is so cooperative! :) However, although I can tell this is a desert, I don't have any idea what country. Also, I don't know what that thing is that he is laying in. This is still a beautiful entry, but a little unclear.

Jencelena ~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture.jpg

This is also an amazing entry! :D I can definitely tell that Firecracker is on an African safari! :) The props and your hand-drawn background are great, and Firecracker flying is perfect interaction for the scenario! :)

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/17a20a3a.jpg

I love your creative set up, but the problem is that this entry does not fit the theme of the challenge. Also, I would have preferred and angle where I could have seen more of Mojito's face. The action is great, and this is a very appealing entry, but be sure to make sure you're following the instructions! ;)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/Phoenixfinalentry.jpg

WOW! I am so impressed with your creativity! YOu never cease to amaze. Your entry is so unique, and I love that you put SO much effort and though into it. This is a perfect entry, and it fits the challenge very well. I also loved all you bloopers with close ups of the wax flock! :)

Pippin's mom

10-24-2009, 11:40 AM

oh Sue...;)

AngelWings

10-24-2009, 04:43 PM

LOL Sorry Julea! :XD: Here they are ;)

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Travel/IMGP3640.jpg

Wow. Just Wow. One of my favourites this week
She is too cute for words, you must be so proud :D
This was a brilliant entry. I loved everything about it. I love the blurry background and how it brough out the colours on Persephone and it didn't take the attention away from her. I love how it looks like she's opening the mummy coffin and going "Look what i have just discovered." It's a brilliant and creative entry. Great job! :thumbsup: I love the sand as well, it gave the entry that special touch :D

parakeet1212~ Ace
http://i36.tinypic.com/2ly206c.jpg

Ace looks so cute!
I love the interaction, it was great. I love how he's the center of focuse as well. The photo is a bit blurry and dark as well so those are things that could have been improved on. Also in the challenge you had to travel to a country but we couldn't really tell which country you had gone to :( Sorry to see you guys go. Ace is such a cutie. :)

Louara ~ Gracie- Mae
http://img360.imageshack.us/img360/2937/1000999.jpg

Gracie Mae looks adorable beside the disney princesses! :D
I love how you listened to us and did a close up on Gracie Mae :) Now we can see her pretty face! I love the background and the disney princesses. The angle could have been changed so it wouldn't show the window since it took the attention away from the set a bit. Also using flash washed out Gracie Mae's colours so you could try using natural lighting to show off her pretty colours. This was a super cute photo and your best entry yet! Keep it up! :D

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs231.snc1/7833_302332485351_678945351_9214425_5862844_n.jpg

Chibi Chibi just has to be the best model in the world :) Such a cutie and so photogenic as well!
I love, LOVE the set up, the props and where he is at. It's very unique and we could tell right away. One thing missing this time was interaction :( it wasn't your best photo but it's still one of my favourites this week. Good job guys!

Jencelena ~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture.jpg

Very cute! :D
I love the little tourist car on the side, it really gives it that special touch. I love how i could tell right away where he was at; in Africa right? visiting the lions and the nature? :D I love the lions as well. I love how he's flying away from the big scary lions, good move ;) Great entry! Keep it up you guys! :D

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/17a20a3a.jpg

Mojito looks adorable! I love the background, props and the sand ;)
Him having his back towards us did take the attention away from him especially since we couldn't see his face much but it had good interaction. This photo however almost got you guys out this week :( The challenge was about a budgie going to a country but you guys were under water so we couldn't really tell which country you were in. Keep in mind the theme of the challenge and you guys will be able to go far in the competition :)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/Phoenixfinalentry.jpg

Another perfect entry! :D One of my top favourites :)
Phoenix is such an adorable little model who always lives up to my expectations :) Once again i have no critiques for you, your photo is just beyond perfect. I love the kangaroo and the magazine cover. How do you come up with such creative things? :XD:

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/010-1.jpg

Cupid looks adorable :)
I love the little santa on the side :XD: I think this has been your best entry yet. It has good lighting, interaction and it's just beyond adorable. Keep it up :)

aka.pody ~ Rosie (amusement park)
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/rosieamusementpark.jpg

Rosie is such a little diva :p
I love theme of the amusement park but since the theme was to travel to another country, we couldn't really tell where you were :( Also the photo was dark (where rosie is) and we couldn't see her that well :( I'm sorry to see you guys go. Rosie is such a good little model.

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4168s.jpg
:laughing:
This is such a cute photo, i don't even know what to say!
I love everything about it, it's on my top favourites for sure! I love how he's singing along and it's just such an adorable photo i had to go "awww". I love the interaction, props, background, lighting.. everything was just so perfect! I know it's random, but i love Kenji's white cheek patches :XD: It just makes him that much cuter.

birdybuddy1

10-25-2009, 02:55 PM

Sorry guys! I know it's after the fact, but here are the last three! :o

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/010-1.jpg

I also think that this is your best entry yet - you did not compromise on the props or the interaction, so both those categories are spot on! I think that your location is so creative, because everyone can tell he's in the north pole with your creative props! :) I love how you used the little lights to make it more festive, and his interaction is great! :)

aka.pody ~ Rosie (amusement park)
http://i319.photobucket.com/albums/mm465/akapody/Birds/rosieamusementpark.jpg

This was s really cute set up, but unfortunately, it did not meet the theme. :( Rosie is still a little Diva, and I am so glad to see that her elimination is not getting her spirits down! :) She should be proud that she got so far! :D

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4168s.jpg

This is an amazing entry! :) I love everything about it - from the little suit case... so the singing sombrero guy, to the hand-drawn background, to the adorable expression on Kenji's face! :D

birdybuddy1

10-31-2009, 04:39 PM

Hey guys! Sorry these critiques are not up to standard, but I tried to point out everything that was important. i am really sick, and I have a lot of work to do. Sorry!

gpgilbert~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Extreme%20Sports/IMGP37462.jpg

-impressive setup
-great action!

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Image091.jpg

-amazing interaction!
-great dedication (that sand must have been a bummer to clean up! ;))
-maybe could have been zoomed in a little more

atomshell ~Loki
]http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z9/atomshell/loki-xt-01.jpg

-incredible set up and props! How in the world did you do that?!
-try zooming in on Loki a little more next time. :)

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixskijumping.jpg

-so different and creative!
-I love the perspective! :D

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4275.jpg

- great interaction! :)
-I love his expression - like he's saying, "Heck, yes! Beat this!"
-try to take it in brighter light so you don't have to use flash. I think that pictures taken with out flash are more appealing. :)

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

-very creative, I see he's taking after his mama! :)
-love the interaction!
-I understand that zooming in on ChibiChibi was difficult give you great set up, but remember that too. :) You have done fine on the other challenges, so I know you probably already know that. ;)

http://i37.tinypic.com/303a3ad.jpg

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito (Diva card)
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/eee2bcf5.jpg

- great effort to make a different diva card (instead of the typical munching on millet)
- I'ts a bit unclear how this makes him a diva
- Mojito is blurry, and I want to see his adorable face! ;)
-great job for staying in so long! :)

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/9296/1001056f.jpg

-very creative
-good interaction
-please try not to use flash next time, and to zoom in on GracieMae more. :)

FudgietheBudgie~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/001-2.jpg

-great entry!
-we are definitely seeing an improvement in interaction, keep it up! :)

AngelWings

10-31-2009, 04:52 PM

gpgilbert~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Extreme%20Sports/IMGP37462.jpg

Persephone is just beyond cute. I love how she's surfing the waves. Great set up, perfect lighting, great picture quality, this was an amazing entry, i wouldn't have changed a thing. :)

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Image091.jpg

I love the set up! Firecracker looks super adorable! :D
I love the sand and the background.
Great job and keep up te amazing work! :D

atomshell ~Loki
]http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z9/atomshell/loki-xt-01.jpg

I loved everything about this picture! The fact that the background was so unique just gave it that extra boost :) How did you get the background like that? did you have like a poster or something? :p
I love the look on Loki's face, amazing intraction. Keep up the amazing work!

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixskijumping.jpg

I had to LOL when i saw this. It's just too darn cute! :D
It wouldn't have been the best angle to take the picture but it was just so unique from a totally different perspective. What an adorable way to see him on top of that snow mountain. Amazing job guys!

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4275.jpg

This was my favourite entry this week. I love everything about it, how he's standing, the look on his face, the background! Everything is just perfect. I agree with Emily though, pictures without flash are more appealing :)

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi

http://i37.tinypic.com/303a3ad.jpg

Very cute! :)
I love his cute little face as well as the horse. I think the zoom would have been better because the horse completely stole the attention away from Chibi Chibi, the horse is the center of attention and not him. Also try not to use the flash or let light reflect off props, it is a bit distracting. I can't wait to see your entry for week 7 :)

birdiebuddie ~ Mojito (Diva card)
http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu255/katelynn4horses/eee2bcf5.jpg

Mojito is such a cutie, i wish i could have seen his face more. I don't understand how this picture made him a diva, it sure was a unique diva card, just a bit confusing. Also we don't like having budgies with their backs turned towards the audience which was mostly why you were voted off this week. I'm sorry to see you guys go, you had great entries.

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/9296/1001056f.jpg

Look at that little brave budgie! :D
I love how creative you were with the props, it was a cute entry. My tip will remain the same as it's been for every single week, Please don't use the flash, natural lighting from a window or another source of light besides the flash would be better. When you use the flash it washes out Gracie Mae's colours and the light reflect off objects, making the entry a bit distracting. I can't wait to see this week's entry !

FudgietheBudgie~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/001-2.jpg

Wow! You surprised me this week! :D
This has been your best entry yet! I love the background, lighting, props and set up! I especially love the look on Cupid's face, super cute!
Keep it up you guys!

AngelWings

11-13-2009, 11:13 PM

Sorry guys! I know it's super late :o I won't do it again. I promise! :D There aren't many critiques since you guys are already so great at this :XD: So it's mostly compliments!

Jencelena ~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Image018-1.jpg

Firecracker is just beyond adorable. This photo just screamed cute. I wouldn't change a thing about it :) He's so fluffed up and his cute little baby face just makes me squeal. Too cute! i love it!

atomshell ~ Loki
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z9/atomshell/LokiSleep3.jpg

Loki is just too cute! I was so sad to see her go, i was cheering for her all the way.
You guys were voted off mainly because of the fact that her eyes were about to open :( Since the competition is getting tougher, now even simple things can get you eliminated :( I'm so sorry that you guys left :( I hope to see more pictures of Loki soon, she's beyond adorable :)

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Sleeping/IMGP3855.jpg

Just too cute! I love the sky full of stars in the background and the branch, it really gives out that feeling that she's free in nature enjoying a nice nap on a beautiful night :) I simply adored this entry. Good job guys! :thumbsup:

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/071.jpg

How much cuter can he get? honestly, he's just too adorable!
I got to say though i'm very surprised :) You guys have been sending amazing entries these last few weeks and have climbed from the bottom two to becoming one of the top contestants! I'm very proud of you guys! Good luck & keep it up! We know that you're capable of sending amazing entries like this ;)

Louara ~ Gracie-Mae
http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/1818/week7.jpg

Gracie Mae sure looks like she's having a nice nap! :p
I love how you used natural lighting for this photo, now we can see her beatiful colours :) I thought Gracie Mae was a full yellow budgie but now we can see what a beautiful green colour she has along with her yellow :) I love sleeping beauty in the background, it gave the entry that special touch. I like how you took our advice and zoomed in on gracie mae! Now we can see her pretty face :D Good job guys!

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenix81.jpg

One word sums up this entry. (no critiques for you this week)

AWWWWWWWWWWW :D

Stacey101 ~ Chibi-Chibi
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs066.snc3/13341_321911875351_678945351_9512734_2739197_n.jpg

Wow! just WOW!

Do you have any idea how unique Chibi Chibi is?! He's just so irresistible! I bet the girls are all over him ;)
I've never seen a budgie sleeping like this before, i's so unique and cute! My favourite entry this week. Keep it up guys! :D

Corina ~ Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4603.jpg

What a beautiful entry of a beautiful budgie! :)
I love the ligt from the sun shining on him, it makes him look more gorgeous than he already is (I love his white cheek patches... honestly i just want to steal him.). One of the top entries his week. Great job!

birdybuddy1

11-14-2009, 01:21 AM

hey all, just want to say, I'm not sure if i'll be able to get critiques in for this challenge, but like Sue said, there really is not anything i would criticize! :eek: :) Keep it up you guys! I completely agree with everything she said, and I only have one thing to add real quick incase I don't do full critiques this week:

I think i want to hug Phoenix and snuggle up with him and his little lamby. :) Great job on creating that mood, Kim!

birdybuddy1

11-20-2009, 11:56 PM

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Ad%20Model/IMGP4021.jpg

I think it was very uniquee that you put the picture on a tv screen. :) I liked the interaction on the tv screen, but we wanted to see more interaction in the actual photo of persephone. You two have been top competitors, and we are so sad to see you go!

Louara ~ Gracie~Mae
http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/6706/100121600.jpg

I really like your set up, the solid blocks of blue made the picture look less cluttered, and that was a huge improvement. :) The reason that this photo did not pass is that it lacked interaction. :( Gracie-Mae is still a top model, and congratulations to both of you for making it so far!

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/016.jpg

I absolutely love this entry, it is my favorite for this week! :D The creativity of the product and it's punch line is amazing! I am still laughing about it. :) I love the way that cupid is grabbing the sign and tilting his head, I can completely imagine him as an advertiser! :D You have made so much of an improvement, and we can see your entries get better and better each week. Keep up the momentum, and Cupid will be hard to beat!

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixcheeriosad.jpg

This photo is very visually and aesthetically pleasing in every aspect - color, focus, balance, etc. But for once, I do have something to critique! lack of interaction! Phoenix is strong competitor, so I would hate to see that lack of interaction is his downfall! So be sure to focus on that this week! All the other weeks have had great interaction! :)

Stacey101 - Chibi~Chibi
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs107.snc3/15439_331174765351_678945351_9673127_2532911_n.jpg

This was another of my favorites - I also love the humor in it - great job! :) Good interaction. :) Just be carefully where the camera focuses... Chibi-Chibi is a bit blurry, but the Zupreem bag is perfectly in focus. And of course we want to be able to focus on the beautiful model! :D

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture001-1.jpg
Awesome interaction! :D I'd say the the only thing to work on is make Firecracker more of a focus.

Corina~Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4696.jpg
I got a kick out of the advertising.... millet thieves! :laughing: hahaha, Kenji sure knows how to advertise... I'm sure that that is an idea that will resonate deep in the hearts of any budgies in the audience. ;) I love the interaction in the photos in the add, but the thing that was lacking was interaction in the main model photo. So just keep that in mind. :)

AngelWings

11-22-2009, 12:50 PM

gpgilbert ~ Persephone
http://i1019.photobucket.com/albums/af317/gpgilbert/Ad%20Model/IMGP4021.jpg

Persephone is too cute :)
She was one of my favourite contestants :)
I'm so sad to see her go. I loved the entry but it was lacking interaction and this far in the competition, even the smallest things get you eliminated. I'm so so sorry to see you both go :(

Louara ~ Gracie~Mae
http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/6706/100121600.jpg

I liked the set up & the close up.
Gracie Mae is adorable & she knows it :p
I'm sorry to see you both go.

FudgietheBudgie ~ Cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/016.jpg

I love, LOVE this entry! It was my favourite entry this week! :D
Cupid has become such a strong contestant, i'm looking forward to his future entries. I love the creativity and everything about it. Way to go Cupid! :thumbsup:

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixcheeriosad.jpg

Phoenix is gorgeous! :)
He's been one of the top contestants, i loved how you had the back blurry so we'd still have the focus on Phoenix. I agree with Emily on lack of interaction though, please keep it in mind, we'd hate to see you both go. I LOVE how it's called "Budgios" :XD: So cute!

Stacey101 - Chibi~Chibi
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs107.snc3/15439_331174765351_678945351_9673127_2532911_n.jpg

One of my favourites this week as well! :)
I have no critiques for you :p Just another perfect entry! :D Good job guys!

Jencelena~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Picture001-1.jpg

Firecracker is adorable! :)
This photo had an amazing interaction.. One thing to consider was making Firecracker the focuse of the entry, i had trouble finding him at first. Great job in interacting though :p

Corina~Kenji
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4696.jpg
What a cutie! :)
He has to be one of the cutest budgies i've ever seen! :XD:
I just love his white cheek patches :XD: I don't know why but i love them! I agree with Emily regarding interaction though, this far in the competition, it's very important! Can't wait to see this week's entry :p

AngelWings

11-24-2009, 04:42 PM

Week 9 critiques.

Budgiekin ~ Phoenix
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j50/Budgiekin/phoenixweek9-1.jpg

I love how Phoenix was into his drums! Super cute :) Perfect entry. Keep it up! and good luck in the finals :D

Jencelena ~ Firecracker
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/jencelena/Firecracker/Image339-1-1.jpg

My favourite entry this week :)
You guys were *perfect*. I love the simple set up and the way he's holding the microphone. It was just an amazing entry. Good job guys and good luck in the finals! :)

Stacey101~ Chibi-Chibi
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs108.snc3/15539_341461290351_678945351_9807140_8387539_n.jpg

Chibi Chibi is such a cutie :)
I loved the way you have all the little airplanes around him and the angle as well, it's very unique. Unfortunately this one was one of the bottom entries this week. This far in the competition, there needs to be more in the entries and they literally need to be perfect in every aspect but you guys lacked interaction (compare it with Phoenix & Firecracker). I know you guys can do so much better as seen in previous entries. You have always been at the top for every single challenge so we all were a bit disapointed and we hope you guys do better this week. Remember it's the finals so do the best you possibly can :)

Corina~ Kenji (DIVA card!)
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv315/CorinasPictures/IMG_4754.jpg

Kenji has always been one of my favourites and i was very sad to see him go :( Unfortunately, someone had to go and looking back at your latest entries, they haven't been up to the top as they used to be in the beginning. This photo was absolutely adorable but i'm so sorry, sometimes we just have to choose contestants out no matter how much we want them to stay.

FudgietheBudgie~ cupid
http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab304/FudgieTheBudgie/013-2.jpg

Cupid has such a cute little face :)
I was very sad to see him go as well but like i told Corina, sometimes we just have to pick and entries with even one little thing wrong causes them to be voted out :( I'm so sorry! You guys have been at the top the latest few weeks so i was very dissapointed you guys chose this talent since it barely had any interaction especially since we know you guys could have done so much better :( Again, I'm so sorry :( I'll miss you guys.