Photo editor deconstructs winning images
Guardian Australia's photograph and picture editor Carly Early has analysed the top three photographs in June, explaining the craft and composition that make them so special. The edition includes how to illustrate a rise in shark bites, using framing to create a play on power, and capturing the world's longest golf course through its characters.
Techniques behind the shots
Early detailed the compositional choices that elevated each image. For the shark bite story, she noted the use of dramatic lighting and perspective to convey danger. The power play image employed careful framing to juxtapose subjects, while the golf course photograph focused on human elements to show scale.
According to Early, the selection process involved evaluating how well each image told a story and evoked emotion. The photographs were chosen from a pool of submissions for their technical excellence and narrative impact.
Broader context
The analysis also touched on the role of photojournalism in covering current events, including the rise in shark incidents and political figures such as Anthony Albanese. Early emphasised the importance of capturing authentic moments that resonate with audiences.
