Winners of the 2020 Photo Contest
Looking Through a Lens
ARTA members stepped up to the challenge and we received a record number of entries to this year’s photo contest, confirming that we have active and engaged members in our association. Our judges are always amazed by the photography talent that our members possess and find it challenging to choose winners from the stellar entries.
Special thanks to our judges Brock Kryton and Jon Havelock for judging for a fourth year in a row. Judging had to be modified this year to maintain physical distancing. Judges viewed the images independently, and the finalists were chosen through group collaboration in a Zoom meeting. While it is nicer to deliberate in person, this way of judging worked out well.
Two new categories were introduced: Dusk ’til Dawn and Computer Enhanced. Nature and Travel categories remained constant as we always receive beautiful pictures in those most popular categories. This year, we allowed members to submit entries as digital images; with physical distancing in effect, we did not want anyone to risk their health in order to print and mail their photos.
The Nature category brought in beautiful images ranging from the Alberta skyline to pelicans soaring through the sky.
We received the most submissions in the Travel category, which is a testament to our members being well-travelled.
In the Computer Enhanced category, it was impressive to see the skills our members have to alter images. Colours were altered, and optical illusions were created.
You could tell that patience was practised in getting the perfect shot in the Dusk ’til Dawn category.
The judges were impressed with the quality of work and shared some helpful tips for next year:
- Think outside the box, and try to visualize an object, scenery, or people in a different way. Perhaps try zooming in on the reflection of an image in the water.
- Ensure there is no dead space in the image; the entire picture should be all about the subject matter.
Thank you to all who entered the Photo Contest this year.
NATURE
First Place
Decorus Lucem
Lou Keresztes
“I try to capture the unique in the everyday. I want my photography to provoke a reaction. I’m always looking for the perfect light, the perfect background, and the perfect detail.”
— Lou Keresztes
Second Place
Egypt Lake Reflection
Lyle Johnson
Honourable Mention
Here’s Ours
Marion Woodman
Honourable Mention
Sweet Joy
Kim Yamashita
TRAVEL
First Place
Sunrise in Venice
Lyle Johnson
“My photographic vision is to create images that express my personal interpretation of the scene in front of me using inspirations from books, photographic blogs, and the internet.”
— Lyle Johnson
Second Place
The Watcher in Fez Style
Sue Rees
“I strive to tell stories with my photographs and capture the emotion I experienced at a fleeting moment in time.”
—Sue Rees
Honourable Mention
Erosion on Denman Island, BC
Dennis Buchko
Honourable Mention
The Great Wall
Cathie Aalders Taylor
DUSK ’TIL DAWN
First Place
Camel Safari: Morocco
Barbara Strand
“I love the creativity of photography — taking an interesting photo, finding an unusual composition, or finding great light. I enjoy going out for quick trips with a friend and working together to capture something on camera.
“When I see something that strikes me, like the light on something, I try to visualize the picture. Sometimes the picture can change in a moment.”
— Barbara Strand
Second Place
Day’s End in YEG
Colleen Sayer
Honourable Mention
Canada Geese at Dusk
Gordon Michon
“One of the joys of photography is finding that special light and freezing it: a captive moment in time.”
— Gordon Michon
COMPUTER ENHANCED
First Place
Dunes Abstract
Gerald Osborn
Second Place
Jasper Glory
Colleen Sayer
“This particular location in Jasper is one which is popular with local photographers, but less well-known to the average tourist. Having seen and been inspired by images taken by others, I wanted to challenge myself to capture this scene for myself, hoping to do justice to the majesty of the mountains.”
—Colleen Sayer
Honourable Mention
Low Flying
Gordon Michon Watkins
Honourable Mention
Glen Falls
Marion Woodman
