Picture the City Contest
I got a great e-mail today – saying the winners were announced to the Barrie Picture the City photography contest. This is a contest that I wanted to enter, and didn’t – initially. The rules were a little… draconian. Many photography contests (this one included) stated that any submissions (regardless of if they win) would become exclusive property of the contest holder (the City of Barrie in this case). I really didn’t like this, and complained. Long story short, I ended up re-writing the contest terms of use and policies which were subsequently adopted.
So, then I entered the contest.
Here’s a photo of some of the winning photos, currently displayed in the City Hall rotunda:
You might notice some familiar photos in this shot. Here’s a closer look:
These were the runners-up. Photos that didn’t win, but still deserved to be displayed. I don’t like the way they printed my Maple Leaf Flag photo – far too dark. I’m glad it is being shared though. Well, how about the winners?
Here are the first and second place winners, as well as the honourable mentions. Great photos, Barrie has a lot of photographic talent. Some of you may recognize the photo in the top left. Here’s a closer look at the label:
So, this is the first award that I have won from my photography. The contest was partnered with Henry’s, a camera store chain. The prize was a gift card and a few little freebies (a tote bag and a pin) – I’ll put the gift card to good use for sure! I’m very glad that everything turned out great. I talked to the contest coordinator when picking up my prize and she said that they were surprised by the overall quality of the submissions. This means even more to me that I won when up against such impressive competition.
This made my day. 
Congratulations sweetheart!!!!
I am so very happy and proud with your accomplishment. I know that it means a lot to you and I wish you many rewards/awards in future(and I also have no doubt this will happen)!!!
Loving you forever, Donny!
Desi <3 Donny
Congrats, Don, very cool!
That maple leaf picture is still one of my favourites EVER!
You wouldn’t believe how many comments I had when it was my desktop at work! Actually, I think it’s time to put it back on!
K
Congrats Don, that’s amazing!
Hey Don, Congratulations. You certainly deserved the winner’s spot. What great pictures. Have a great day and enjoy the limelight!
Hi Don
We are so very proud of you. Congratulations….you can now call yourself an award winning photographer. We will make sure to visit city hall to view the display in person.
Love Mom and Walter
Way to go, Donnie! I figured it was just a matter of time before some of your great shots were recognized. The mallard shot certainly deserved a 1st place, but I truly felt that the maple leaf photo is far and above the best shot in that group!
Keep up the good work and keep them coming for all of us to enjoy!!
Congrats….. Auntie Janet
Hey Donny,
I do still frequently check the blog even though its been too long (again) since we last spoke.
I am still amazed everytime I log on to see the quality of your work and I couldn’t be happier for you that you have some recognition for your efforts.
I am amongst the masses that think the maple leaf shot is just fantastic but I have had the snowy railtrack as my desktop for quite some time now. I am changing that for the wolf picture as we speak (so many to choose from).
Hope to catch up soon but for now a huge congratulations from your friends over the pond,
Kiff & Kelly
Hi Don
We knew you had it in you to win, as I’ve said before,when you look through the camera lens you capture the soul and the moment in time.
We could not be prouder of you and your pictures you capture for so many to enjoy. We will treasure our pictures you gave us even more.
Congratulations from Meme & Pepe.
I just saw them to-night, that’s why you had not heard from me.
Love you ton’s
YAY DON!!! I love your shots and I’ve showed off my calendar to my whole family! “My brother did this you know…” ahha Hope all is well in Barrie! Miss you guys!
Karryna