Red for Heart Photography Competition Results

Back in October, we launched our first annual Red for Heart photography competition.  There was only one rule - the colour red must be incorporated into the photo.  Entrants were encouraged to show “what heart means to you”.  We received over 300 fantastic images and raised over £1,400 to help fund our life-saving work. 

Featured here are the winners and runners up from each category (adult, student and junior).  You can see the full gallery of all entries and find out more about our judging day.  We have also announed the winners of our Reflections of Research competition for scientific images from heart research.  You can view all these winning and finalist images at the free National Heart Month exhibition on the landscape area by the London Eye from 1 - 15 Feb 2010.

Winner of the Adult category
‘The Swimmer’ by David Jenkins

“The idea of the image was to set the strength of the colour red against a muted minimal backdrop to draw on themes of tranquillity and solitude. This in turn is linked metaphorically to feelings of isolation when battling personal health issues; the isolation is represented by the swimmer, though the beauty of life is still present.”  David Jenkins

“This is an incredible photograph; you really empathise with the man about to take the plunge into the ice cold pool! Dave’s composition is strong and striking in colour with the red against the snow white background. It has a natural feel and is really well taken.”  
Sophie Batterbury, Judge and Independent on Sunday Picture Editor

Winner of the Student category
‘Pulse’ by Tom Price (aged 24)

“In this image, the heart is represented by a powerful beam of light which punctures the surrounding darkness. Surrounding this are swirling images that clamour for the light and attention of the piercing gaze of the 'heart' “. Tom Price

“This was a strong category, but Tom’s photograph really stood out. The photo is experimental with the use of light, which does not feel contrived and has interesting composition.”
Sophie Batterbury, Judge and Independent on Sunday Picture Editor

Winner of the Junior category
‘Leap for Life’ by Beanie Trant (aged 14)

“I feel that this photo shows young people keeping fit and healthy and having fun outside.  It shows how important friendship is and that everyone needs to help look after each other. This helps promote healthy hearts because everyone is wearing something red to enhance the idea of “Red for Heart”.  Beanie Trant

 “This is a technically strong image – using a panoramic format, capturing the perfect moment and the fun nature of the competition. We hope that Beanie continues with her photography; she has natural talent." John Angerson, Judge and Photographer.

Runner up of the Adult category
‘Wearing Red and Purple’ by Chris Mole

“This was taken from the Festival Hall in London and shows a group outing based on the idea of wearing red & purple (from the famous poem by Jenny Joseph). 

"When I am an old woman, I shall wear purple - With a red hat which doesn't go…"

Chris Mole

Runner up of the Student category
‘Heart-to-heart Over a Cuppa’ by Ottilie Simpson (Aged 18)

“I like to believe it's the 'small' things in life that enrich your heart and senses: a coat of nail varnish to make you feel a little bit more pretty; a heart-to-heart over a cup of tea with a good friend; or a delicious, juicy strawberry. Every day, these simple kind of pleasures capture my heart and make life worth living.”

Ottilie Simpson

Runner up of the Junior category
‘Heart’ by Samantha Durrant (Aged 15)

“I draw you this heart to give you my heart”

Without the help of a number of organisations this competition wouldn't have been possible. Thank you.

Get involved!

There's still time to be a part of Red for Heart - get our free fundraising kit and join National Wear Red Day on Friday 26 February!

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