Thank you to all the photographers that shared their best photos showing people in theirĀ favorite places in the People In Places Photo Contest with chances to win a Speedlight Flash and more!

A special thanks to friend and professional photographer Eddie Tapp for his collaboration as a guest judge. A gifted photographer, artist and print master, Eddie Tapp has become a tireless educator for professional photographers and a prominent figure in the world of digital imaging. His digital imaging seminars have been hosted around the world, and he's a regular consultant to businesses large and small. Today, heā€™s recognized as one of the top experts on digital photography and Photoshop in the world. With a reputation as an authority on digital workflow, color management, and Photoshop, he is associated with some of the worldā€™s most prominent photographic manufacturers and distributors.

Congratulations Grand Jury Winner "Derek" by JamieScottPhotography

"Compositional lines and elements generate an eye flow with an almost instant lead to the conductor leaving you with interest, curiosity and an emotional connection. A nice range of tone and tonal treatment along with a believable story makes this unusual composition a true winner.Ā " - Eddie Tapp

Congratulations Runner up "Passion...." by kbrowko

"The color pallet is inviting along with the strength of the horizon that divides the mystery of the image with diagonal lines, a soft flowing curve a curious soul with a magical sky.Ā  - Eddie Tapp

CongratulationsĀ Runner up "I'm free , she said" by PoloD

"A wonderful story telling image with a fun emotional impact. Compositional lines, body language and element placement along with camera angle and technique give this image an autonomous feeling.Ā " - Eddie Tapp

Congratulations Honorable Mention "Passing Through" by ClaudiaKuhn

"Color harmony, compositional lines, story telling, simplistic feeling with complex graphic elements to complement a well thought out photograph.Ā " - Eddie Tapp

Congratulations Amateur Winner "State and Madison" by ckirby121

"Exemplary of people in places with a human (and pet) emotional fascination and story telling impact. Nice detail and tonal range.Ā " - Eddie Tapp

Congratulations People's Choice "the-hills-are-alive" by SonyaAdcockPhotography

"long way" by _3267

"fishing with daddy" by Iwona

"Count of San Gimignano" by Steve-Pond

"Memory Lane" by Imaginarium_Photography

"swiss cheese" by rolandbach

"At one with nature" by bernardward

"Dimensionless space" by silvanomartincigh

"Narnia" by racheljonesross

"Fog walkers " by joshuaperrett

"The breakup (it's not you it's me)" by firerae

"waiting bw" by Bigredbarnphoto

"F18 Rocking" by danielryan_1971

"Climbing at Cinque Torri" by jamesrushforth

"IMG_1398" by twahouston

"Flowing" by Structor

"Standing on the edge" by arpandas

"DaddyĀ“s Car" by Mougaard

"Contrasts" by HugoAugusto

"Dark tunes" by danielhollister

"The_Devils_Garden" by anthonyryan

"Be Careful Now!" by TomHeywood

"Sunset Ride" by PeterHardin

"image" by ruipatraquim

"The Notorious Pirate Ship" by Dan2452

"Eternal Gold" by alejandrof777

"Grafitti " by michaellinsdell

"Country Girl" by warrenstowell

"untitled" by Rjmorrison

"Morning" by ardy-B

"Nothing is softer or more flexible than water, yet nothing can resist it." by bryanmaes

"Shangri-La Sunrise" by sdondero

"Serenity" by ashleyide

"Take My Thoughts With The Wind" by SFalagario_photos

"Red Riding Hood" by HRImages

"Wandering" by sunsetnurveins

"Longs Peak from Trail Ridge Road" by jamesharrisphoto

"Emergence of magic" by nicolaisolbakkwillumsen

"Stormy Splits" by alexmoldovan

"100m Dash!" by GaryCummins

"Cecilie stretching !" by henningk

"Easter is Over" by christianread

"Friends" by cindysnaps

"Switzerland <3" by yannickdesmet

"Ice Biker" by Effess

"Impulse" by PaulWilsonImagesNZ

"Back" by BRIN

"Lizz Lake_MG_5564" by ghamer

"Here Comes The Snow." by michaelatkinson_5804

"Sunrise Mountain" by EduardMoldoveanu

"Reflections of a Surfer" by JulianneBradford

"Urban ballerina" by lisanicole

"No Danger" by iwangroot

"loneliness" by MortezaJafari

"Vance Creek Lookout" by ryanmagdanz

"Prepping the Blast" by flashedbyneeko

"Change your perspective" by stevenwebber

"Field of Dreams" by lisaholloway

"Above it All" by reburndesign

"Rhapsody in yellow" by maxmars

"JOSE9370" by josedaou

"The Violin" by JenniferKapala

"Red Contrast" by Mbeiter

"Sometimes in the wind of change we find one true direction." by AbbyMathison

"Solitude" by blairwacha

"To dream is to dare fly..." by AndyD-Fotographix

"Dougie" by darrensbell

"Walking the Strand" by kathykuhn100

"Elizaveta" by yuliastarostina

"Winter Fun" by terryc

"Full of Love" by GingerGeorge

"Waters Edge" by aaronmmoshier

"The Golden Moment" by Nubcake

"Hooker Lake track" by karolispipiras

"Arch" by vladimirchuyko