Thank you all for participating in this competition. I thoroughly enjoyed examining all of the entries even though the decisions are difficult.
Arnie
Honorable Mentions
It is easy to imagine this neighborhood fixture dishing out gossip and opinion.
An picture of perseverance, strength and skill.
Heart wrenching image.
Third Place: Three youths out on adventure. It's obvious who is most and least adventurous in this spectacular setting. Really captures the moment Sandi.
Second Place: The joyful revelry and camaraderie of these young men crackles and pops as do the colors. Outstanding candid Terry.
First Place: This superb portrait drew me in instantly. A sweet elderly lady with the peaceful and friendly demeanor that results from a long life well lived. Perfect window portrait lighting coupled with the colors and details of her surroundings and her long time feline companion. Congratulations Marisa, beautiful photograph.