Photography Feature Photo ( 10,000 and Over Dailies,5,000 - 10,000 Dailies,Under 5,000 Dailies)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Willmar - West Central Tribune Entry Title: Soothing Songs Connect Family Entry Credit: Erica Dischino Judge Comment: It is likely a majority of newspapers ran a photo similar to this one during the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, several were submitted for this category. This photo stood out from the others, and many that I have seen this year, because of its perspective and juxtaposition of the granddaughter and grandmother. The expression on the grandmother’s face made me stop and think. It made me wonder about the grandmother’s emotions. The photo made me want to stop and stare at it for awhile.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: St. Cloud Times Entry Title: In memorial Entry Credit: David Schwarz Judge Comment: The contract between the snow, the green wreaths and the red bows were striking. It is a photo that demands attention from the reader.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Brainerd Dispatch Entry Title: Eelpout Entry Credit: Kelly Humphrey Judge Comment: A fun photo with a great description by the photographer. We've all covered festivals and tried to get a fresh photo. This one hit it perfectly.