West – July 2026 – Photo Story/Essay

Judges Comments

All three winning stories have some very nice images but also some that are repetitive and not quite as strong, and could have been edited out. First place has the best photos, a couple of which could have won as singles in other categories as well. Second place has some nice moments with engaged subjects, and third place gives a nice quiet feel.

Judges: Brad Penner/freelance, Robert Sabo/freelance