I received an email that four of my zoo photos have been selected as semi-finalists for the Windland Smith Rice International Awards. The winners of this contest will be displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History! There were 20,000 entries and 650 chosen for the semi-finalist phase of the contest. I’m so excited and pleased to have made it into the semi-finals.
There is a Memphis connection to this competition. Windland (Wendy) Smith Rice was the daughter of Fred Smith, CEO of FedEx. Wendy was a nature photographer, you can see some of her photos at the Memphis Zoo’s Teton Trek exhibit. Tragically she passed away at the age of 35 due a congenital heart condition. She was known for encouraging new photographers and the competition was named after her.
Wish me luck for the finalist phase.
M. Pachis
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Michael, I feel so proud of you !!! Your diligence in photography is certainly paying off. Best of luck in the finals!!!
Patty,
Thanks for checking out the blog and your encouragement. The club is great and I have learned a lot.
Michael
The absolute Best to you.
Your work is Both, Beautiful
and Flawless. I’m, Loving You.
Tanya W.
WOW! that is a great honor! your photos are some of the best I have ever seen! and I have to say that as someone who is trying to get into photography (animals being my FAVE) I really love seeing your work and getting your pointers on zoo photography! thanks for sharing your talent!
Lisa,
Thanks for the kinds words. Let me know if there are any subjects you would like me to cover in blog.
M.Pachis
Michael,
Congratulations! I’ll be rooting for you to be a finalist.
Joe
Joe, thanks. I’m keeping my fingers crossed.
Michael, congratulations on your photos being selected in the semi-finalist round. You capture great moments and I pray that you are successful in making it to the Smithsonian. I am inspired by your photographs and have used your tips (particularly for zoo photos) to improve my photography. I wish only the best for you.
Jackie I’m so pleased you find the blog useful and inspired to make your own photographic statement. Thanks for the encouragement.