So national geographic has a photo contest im thinking about entering. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/energizer/

Basically there are 8 catergories you can enter one photo for each. The judges are rating on these criteria: captures essence of theme (25%), Composition (25%), clairity and technical quality (25%), Creativity (25%).

so id like you guys to look at a few ive been thinking of entering and letting me know what you think...

1) Adventure/Exploration
Title: Entering The Maze



2) Travel OR 3) weather ( i have one that can fit either and i need to find the other picture- let me know which one it fits best)
Title: Seeing Double Arches



4) wildlife/nature (choose which one is best for those 4 catergories)
Title: Green Salamander says "i see you"


Title: Northern Red Salamander


Title: Salamanders Slimy Feet



5) Science (this one is weak)
Title: Recently Caught and Released Elk calf: note ear tags



6) space (which one conveys the space the best)
Title: Viewing the La Sals
far view

Close view


7) People/cultures
title: Hovenweep Summer Solstice



8) festivals/celebrations
Title: Pittsburgh's Celebrates Independence



thanks in advance i appreciate it.