Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Oskaloosa - The Oskaloosa Herald Entry Title: Thursdays in Pella Entry Credit: Ayrton Breckenridge Judge Comment: Really creative use of perspective to make a fun image at a community event. The kid's expression really draws the viewer in.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Oskaloosa - The Oskaloosa Herald Entry Title: Balloon festival Entry Credit: Ayrton Breckenridge Judge Comment: Great detail shot using the reflection to make a unique image at this event. Guides the eye into the frame nicely.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Carroll - Carroll Times Herald Entry Title: Class of 2023 retraces steps to graduation Entry Credit: Larry Devine Judge Comment: Nice moment and expression during a cute and meaningful event. More faces and a sharper focus on the main subject would have elevated this one, but it's a very enjoyable image overall.
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