From left: Winner of Best in Show was awarded to BJ Wood and contest judge was Amanda Breitbach, Assistant Professor of Art at Stephen F. Austin State University.
July 3, 2023 - Farmers State Bank’s inaugural 'East Texas Photo' show was the focus of many on Monday, July 3rd with the winners being announced. In the four categories, a total of 76 entries were received. Categories were Landscape/Nature, Fine Art, Human Interest and Spirit of Texas.
Best of Show was awarded to BJ Wood’s photo “A Boy’s Best Friend.”
Best of Show Winner "A Boy's Best Friend"
People’s Choice award will be announced on July 17th. Everyone is welcome can come vote for their favorite photo through the 14th of July during lobby business hours. The exhibit is in Farmers State Bank’s main lobby located at 115 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935.
Winners in each category were:
Human Interest
1st Place - “A Boy’s Best Friend” by B.J. Wood
2nd Place - “Put Me in Coach” by LeeAnn Robertson
3rd Place - “Texas Tea Party” by Lawrence Davis
Landscape/ Nature
1st Place - “Magical Evening on Toledo Bend” by Summer Koltonski
2nd Place - “Into the Fog” by Billie F. Jones
3rd Place - “Snowy Gate” by Starla Fischer
Fine Art
1st Place - “Very Grateful” by Lawrence Davis
2nd Place - “Leave Me Alone” by Angie Davis
3rd Place - “A Mother’s Peace” by B.J. Wood
Spirit of Texas
1st Place - “A Hunter’s Bounty” by B.J. Wood
2nd Place - “Texas Wedding Dress” by Anna M. Jones
3rd Place - “Cowboy Essentials” by Debra Cockrell
