Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Virginian-Pilot Entry Title: Summer reading Entry Credit: Stephen Katz Judge Comment: Love the summer beach theme of this photo/illustration, and the use of the crab and sea oats to highlight the book. Composition and quality are excellent. The choice of book lends a whimsical, fun aspect to the photo. First-place worthy!
Place Name: Alternate Winner Contestant Name: The Virginian-Pilot Entry Title: Medical Marijuana Entry Credit: Billy Schuerman Judge Comment: Very effective illustration that puts the focus solely on the marijuana bud. Composition is excellent and fingers serve as a pointing device to highlight the main subject. Nicely done.
Competition Comment: Two very effective photo illustrations!
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