#LoveChallenge WInners
Our photo challenge in the Archipelago Collective group for February took a look at all the different forms of love with the #LoveChallenge! From romantic love, to love for family, friends, pets, and more, our amazingly talented community showed us some AMAZING images!
It’s always hard to pick, but our team adored the challenge winner’s photos so so much!
Winner of the #LoveChallenge: Louise Pheiffer Photography
Image by Louise Pheiffer Photography
Edited with Halcyon Presets
This incredibly beautiful series was captured by Louise at Signal Hill in Cape Town, South Africa.
Gear: Nikon, D780, 35mm Sigma Art lens, 85mm Nikon lens
Image by Louise Pheiffer Photography
Edited with Halcyon Presets
“These presets and tools are my every day go to’s! As a shoot mostly at sunset, the warm tones enhance the golden tones beautifully and skin tones are preserved. I also enjoy using the presets on any landscapes with a lot of greenery, the darker green tones work well for me and the landscapes I shoot in.”
Image by Louise Pheiffer Photography
Edited with Halcyon Presets
What or who inspires your photography?
My family, the reason for an internal drive to preserve all the memories!
What’s your favorite photography tip?
Stay true to your own style. Photographers tend to have serious imposter syndrome, the talent out there is incredible. Believe in yourself, you be you, and perfect your craft. I am inspired every day by the beautiful work out there and it drives me to keep doing my best, and stay true to how I see the world.
What’s your favorite bit of gear and why?
Ohh can I have more than one please... ! When shooting in these iconic locations, my Sigma Art 35 lens will give me a lovely portrait of my clients and will still preserve the beauty of nature that surrounds them. Many of my clients are travelling through Cape Town, so this is often very important to them. And I don't leave home without my 85mm either, once the light drops and the landscape darkens, we can get focus on the more emotive, close up moments.
We also wanted to give a special mention to these amazing photographers and their #LoveChallenge photos!
Runner Up: Matt Pocknell Photography
Gear: Canon R5ii with 24-70 f2 and 85 f1.2
Image by Matt Pocknell Photography
Edited with Quest 28 Descent
Runner Up: Iva Banovic
Gear: Nikon D850, 85mm lens
Image by Iva Banovic
Edited with Quest 31 Mythos
Image by Iva Banovic
Edited with Quest 31 Mythos
“These presets helped me to discover my style and direction in which I want to go, when it comes to the look of my photos, at the very beginning of my photography career.”
Runner Up: XOXO BrittMarie Photography
Gear: Sony A7IV 35mm lens & Sony A7III 28-75mm lens
Image by XOXO BrittMarie Photography
Edited with Quest 20 Orphic
Image by XOXO BrittMarie Photography
Edited with Quest 20 Orphic
“I love Archipelago Presets! Joining Quest was one of the best things I did for myself and my photography. I love that I get to try new styles every month, the presets are very versatile and I use them as a base for almost every session! The creators really listen to what their audience wants and it shows! Thank you <3”
Runner Up: Arvidas Jasmanis
Gear: Canon EOS 5D Classic with Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
Image by Arvidas Jasmanis
Edited with Legend & Lore (retired)
“Editing with the Archipelago presets has been an incredible experience. They add a cinematic touch to the photos, giving them the rich, timeless feel of a film still. Every image feels like it tells its own story, and the presets bring that unique atmosphere to life.”
Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our #LoveChallenge! Keep an eye out for more challenges in the Archipelago Collective!