Inspiring Places: Photo Contest Winners Revealed

Thank you to all the photographers that shared their photos showing inspiring place in this photo contest in collaboration with Ken Kaminesky + Fujifilm with chances to win a Fujifilm X-T1 Digital Camera with an 18-55mm lens. The X-T1 features evolved SLR-style handling, mechanical dials and weather-resistance (when paired with a weather resistant X mount lens), together with all the benefits of an X-Series camera, such as compact size, excellent mobility and high-speed performance. What’s more, its newly developed electronic viewfinder is almost indistinguishable from an optical viewfinder thanks to its ultra fast display speed.

A special thanks to friend and professional photographer Ken Kaminensky for his collaboration as a guest judge: "Over the last fifteen years I have shot commercial lifestyle images for stock photography agencies such as Jupiterimages, Corbis, and Getty Images. I’ve been lucky to work with some amazing people, both at these agencies and on my teams of models, producers, stylists, and assistants. I’ve had my photos published for editorial and commercial purposes all over the world and have had some great commercial clients along the way as well. In the last five years I switched to shooting travel images and fell in love with photography all over again. In 2015 I co-founded Dream Photo Tours so that I could share my love for travel and photography with avid photo enthusiasts from all over the world. Savouring art, food, history, and culture with tour groups in places like Jordan, Italy, and Iceland is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work. My travel & photography blog has become part of my journey to see the world in a new way and I’m pleased share that vision with you. I love what I do, as well as the people and places I photograph. So here I am, on the road to discover the world around me and to take a whole lotta photos while I’m at it. There is a big world out there and it is calling. See you out there!"

Congratulations Grand Jury Winner "Galaxy Dolomites" by wildlifemoments

"The contest was titled "Inspiring Places" and this stunning photo hit the nail on the head. The image was taken from a unique perspective of the gorgeous Italian Dolomites, and the sense of awe that I get when looking at the image makes me want to be there right now. Gorgeous mountains, stunning star-filled sky, and just a touch of man-made element... Masterfully done and a worthy winner. Enjoy your new Fujifilm X-T1 Ivan. I know you'll love it!" - Ken Kaminesky

Congratulations Runner Up "Goblet of Fire" by ulisessandoval

"One of my favorite things about this photograph is the sense of wonder. At a glance, I have no idea where this stunning seascape is photograph e b d , b ut I am inspired by the location and how all the elements come together. Fire, Air, Earth, Water, inspirational indeed. Good job Ulises! " - Ken Kaminesky

Congratulations Runner Up "...bled XIII..." by roblfc1892

"Lake Bled is certainly one of the places high up on my wish list of destinations to photograph. I love the colouring of this image as well as the perspective. I can just imagine what it would be like to approach the town for the first time from this angle at this time of day with this kind of light. Well done Roberto." - Ken Kaminesky

Congratulations People's Choice "DSCF5256" by devinjohnstonlee

"I'm transported to another whirlwind viewing this photograph. One of the beautiful things about travel is not just seeing inspirational places, but meeting inspirational people as well. My curiosity is peaked when viewing this photograph as I wonder what those young novice monks are reading. Congrats on a stunning capture Devin." - Ken Kaminesky

"Ponte Vecchio Reflection" by kenrhodes