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Arizona Highways, “Dear Jim …” by Scott Baxter
Lovely and still portrait. Great use of natural light, setting, and cropping.
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Texas Highways, “A Red River Road Trip” by Joel Salcido
I love this portrait. The compositions and colours are so wonderful, but more importantly, the subject seems energetic and genuine.
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New Mexico Magazine, “The Great Unknown” by Stefan Wachs
This is an awesome portrait capturing a revealing moment between a human and a bird of prey.
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Adirondack Life, “Portrait of an Environmental Conservation Officer” by Yvonne Albinowski
Personality and humour. Tells a story while being unexpected and unique.
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Louisiana Life, “Step-By-Step” by Danley Romero
A warm and honest portrait. It has a wonderful tone and subject.
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Wyoming Wildlife, “Antler Artist” by Justin Joiner
Rich textures and depth. Brings the viewer into the space.
Justin, Creative director for Wyoming Wildlife, shares with us how he got the shot!
Thank you, Justin!
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Yukon, North of Ordinary, “Northern Haute Couture” by Jennifer Houghton
Additional Entries
Arizona Highways, “He Knows What He’s Talking About” by John Burcham
Louisiana Life, “Local Flavor” by Danley Romero
Saltscapes, “Atlantic Character” by Dave Brosha
Texas Highways, “The Chisholm Trail” by Kenny Braun