Jimmy McGrory
As we enter into spring we welcome back some of our favourite wildlife and say hello to some new arrivals.
This month’s theme was’ Signs of Spring’ and we were not disappointed. From spring blooms, wildlife emerging to enjoy the warmer day’s and much more, we have enjoyed seeing all the amazing photographs entered this month.
Jimmy McGrory
The winner for our under 16’s category is… Jimmy McGrory, aged 13!
These wonderful cormorants are a joy to see! Taken at Seaforth Nature Reserve, it is clear as to why this photograph captured the heart of our voters, its clear simplicity is enchanting. Our voters were really impressed with the composition of this image as it perfectly portrays the calming balance of the spring equinox.
One voter loved ‘the contrast between the birds, the water and sky is stunning and emphasises the beauty of the birds’. Whilst another added that the image ‘captures what looks like a romance between the birds, bringing an emotional story to the picture’.
Peter Smith
The winner for our over 16’s category is... Peter Smith!
This beautiful blue tit surrounded by blossom beautifully depicts the signs of spring. We really like how he has blurred the background as it draws the viewers’ attention to focus on the star of the show, the bluetit.
Our voters agreed and found this photograph to be a ‘lovely, detailed combination of a blue tit, blossom and lichen’ and a ‘Great composition with a real focus on spring with the blossom’.
Both these images are incredible, however then can be only one overall winner.
The overall winner is Jimmy McGrory!
A huge thank you to everyone who sent in their wonderful images this month! The overall winner will be contacted via email.
April's theme is 'Waterways and Wetlands' . Take your camera with you on your next adventure and capture the incredible beauty of water. This could be the reflections you see, a beautiful stream or river flowing, the way that animals and insects interact with the water or even the vast and beautiful nature of our wetland habitats, the opportunities are endless!
The deadline for submissions is 11:59pm on the 16th April 2025.
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