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Shutterbugging teachers from around the province flooded the
ATA News with 41 photos for the 21st annual Gotcha! Photo Contest. The judges had a difficult task whittling down the submissions to their top-three choices. The first-place winner receives $200. Second place gets $100 and third place $50.
This year’s judges were Yuet Chan, graphic designer and ATA News photographer, and Cory Hare, ATA News managing editor.
1st
Come closer
Students huddle for warmth at noon recess during a spring snowstorm.
Photographer: Darryl Propp, Landing Trail School, Gibbons
Date of photo: May 5, 2015
Judges’ comments: The strength of this photo is the feeling it creates. Don’t you feel cold just looking at it? The colour of the swing in the distance complements the bright blue colour in the foreground. Nice composition.
2nd
Yes!
Volleyball teammates from St. Peter the Apostle Catholic High School celebrate during league final competition.
Photographer: Sean McKennitt, St. Peter the Apostle Catholic High School, Spruce Grove
Date of photo: Nov. 7, 2014
Judges’ comments: This photo is all about facial expression. It effectively captures a moment of triumph that’s etched on the players’ faces, conveying the joy of team spirit and camaraderie.
3rd
Look what I found!
Grade 1 student John-Paul Robin shows off the raspberries he picked while on a class visit to a “U-pick” operation.
Photographer: Kristin Bertrand, Our Lady of the Rosary School, Sylvan Lake
Date of photo: Sept. 18, 2014
Judges’ comments: The photographer has captured the joy of exploration and discovery of this grade schooler. The high camera angle enhances the boy's sense of wonderment. The photo also boasts depth and clean composition.
Honourable mentions
What can I learn from you?
Kindergarten student Daelyn Smerychynski examines parent helper Calista Straub while looking for signs of spring during a playground field trip.
Photographer: Darryl Propp, Landing Trail School, Gibbons
Date of photo: April 9, 2015
Judges comments: The photographer has expertly captured a playful interaction through composition and colour, resulting in a compelling photo that tells a story.
Look at me!
Kindergarten student Pediah Abramowicz works with her hand puppet.
Photographer: Connie Mackney, St. Gabriel School, Edmonton
Date of photo: Feb. 11, 2015
Judges comments: The pure joy on the child’s face makes this photo leap off the page.
Look Mom, one hand!
Grade 2 students prepare a poster for their Mother's Day celebration.
Photographer: Laurie McIntosh, Father Lacombe Catholic School, Lacombe
Date of photo: May 7, 2015
Judges’ comments: A well-executed composition that effectively combines colour and cute kids makes for a photo that draws the eye.
On the ball
St. Peter the Apostle takes on Bellerose in high school soccer.
Photographer: Sean McKennitt,St. Peter the Apostle Catholic High School, Spruce Grove
Date of photo: May 14, 2015
Judges’ comments: It isn’t easy to freeze the action during fast-paced sports competition. This photo conveys the excitement of an action-packed soccer match with a dynamic composition.
