What the judges look for


To go forward to the public vote the judges select the 12 best photographs against the below criteria.

RELEVANCY

Is the photo an obvious illustration of The Art of Building category theme?


COMPOSITION

Are the objects in the photo arranged in a meaningful, pleasing manner or are they haphazard? Did the photographer use the best angle or otherwise interesting perspective?


FOCUS

Is the object of the photo in focus? If not in sharp focus, does it appear to be an intentional effect to enhance the image in some artistic way?


LIGHTING

Did the photographer use proper lighting of the subject matter? Do any extremes of darkness or brightness lend to or detract from the image content?


CREATIVITY 

Does the photographer display some creative thought or original idea in the making of this image?


CIOB 

Would the imagery be suitable for use in Chartered Institute of Building printed and online publications?


SUMMARY 

Does the photographer's summary adequately describe why the submission delivers the category criteria?