Pillars Photo Contest Winners Announced

We appreciate the collaboration of friend and professional photographer Matt Leitholt as a guest judge in this contest. Matt Leitholt is an environmental portrait and commercial photographer based out of the Northwest. He specializes in capturing interesting subjects doings things they are passionate about. With his focus on dramatic, impactful lighting, he brings out the character in the scene to its fullest potential.

Congratulations People's Choice "sunscreen and ND filters the perfect beach day!" by lianeguerinbolles

Congratulations Runner Up "Sunrise Solace" by MelissaJThurber

"This image shows great forethought into the composition and time of day it was to be taken. The stars along with the hint of sunset really make this a soothing image. The motion of the water makes nice tones on the ocean, and the light at the top did not overpower the scene, but added complementary colors which really helped to set it off. " - Matt Leitholt

Congratulations Runner Up "360 Reivalux" by davidrelph

"The tones in this shot are gorgeous, the choice of black and white really worked well here. The sky has a slight movement which is a great touch, and the light from the sun helps to define the intricate architecture. While I would have like to see the lines straight, the tilted angle helps to dramatize the image and keep the viewer's attention in the middle." - Matt Leitholt

Congratulations Grand Jury Winner "Alone" by LindbloomPhoto

"I really like how in this photo it tells a story, the man appears to be overlooked typically in the society, and the big pillars he is surrounded by really help to show the insignificance portrayed. The light is great, and the lines of the pillars are straight. The lack of color also worked well here to set the mood. " - Matt Leitholt

"Paradise Reflected" by larrybeard