Following are the pictures taken during the year in 2013 in Georgia. There are four categories showing all the entries in the contest. Clicking a picture will give you a slideshow to enjoy these wonderful pictures. Birds: Plants: Landscapes: Wildlife:
Category: Photo Gallery
2012 Photo Contest Awards
Photography is all about telling a story through capturing a unique moment in time and sharing the experience with others. It is another means that many gardeners use to express their love of gardening and the creatures a healthy environment supports. As with gardening, photography takes time and practice to develop as an art. Creativity is required to get the perfect angle, portray the personality of a singular subject, and enhance a landscape scene. Patience in waiting for the “perfect” nature shot is just the first of many aspects in achieving award-winning photographs. Framing the “star of the show” in an uncluttered background, taking advantage of natural light and reflections, and incorporating the surrounding environment are just a few of the technical skills used by our 2012 contest winners to tell their story. The awards this year go to: Garden: 1st Place – Pat Davidson, 2nd Place – John Davidson,…
Photo Contest – 2012
General Description The Gwinnett County Master Gardeners are holding a photography contest for its members and friends for photographs taken during the 2012 calendar year. The photos will be judged by an experienced nature photographer from outside the organization. Results will be announced and prizes awarded at the February 11, 2013, meeting of the Gwinnett County Master Gardeners. Prizes and Ribbons will be awarded for First, Second, and Third Place in each category. Honorable Mention ribbons will also be awarded in each category. At the Judge’s discretion additional honorable mention ribbons may be awarded in a given category. Contest Rules ·All those making submissions must be Gwinnett County Master Gardeners or Friends in good standing. ·Deadline for the submission of photographs is midnight Saturday, January 12, 2013. ·Photographs must have been taken in Georgia in 2012. ·Photographs should all be nature or garden related and appropriate to the category entered. ·Categories…