Natalie Mayer, judge: This is a simple image but very striking. It could have benefited from just a little more info from the paper sign that the photographer chose to focus on, so that we could figure out what it was all about a little easier. As it is, there is some info, but not enough, and this makes the image ultimately unsatisfying. Photograph: Melanie Barrow
Natalie Mayer, judge: Nicely captured action, but there is a problem with the people in the background. We need more faces, to see the reactions, add life to the shot and justify the inclusion of the bodies. Alternatively, a crop so that we only see bull action very tightly. As it is, it's a bit in between and the eye doesn't quite know where to settle. Photograph: Slawek Kozdras
Natalie Mayer, judge: Lovely expression, beautifully captured. The subject looks really relaxed and unaware of the camera, and the depth of field is perfect for this kind of portraiture, having blurred out all distractions in the background. And although many of us might find the black teeth a bit yucky, there is no denying it captures the theme of ritual. Lovely shot! Photograph: Kerry Grainger
