Colourful picture of shag wins "people's award"
An image of a shag taken off Guernsey's Fisherman's Quay has won the people's award in the Bailiwick Wildlife Photography Competition. It was taken by Chris Bale who said his camera is "ever near" in case photo opportunities arise. The people's award was picked by a public vote at an exhibition showcasing the top entrants.Mr Bale said he was "shocked and amazed" to win as there was "stiff competition".
"There were some awesome photos in this year's exhibition and when I saw the shortlist it was right up there with the Countryfile calendar vibe," he said. He added: "Anything with that reflection on the water would look good."
The competition is run by Guernsey Arts and aims to showcase the varied wildlife the Bailiwick has to offer. Organiser Louise le Pelley said they were impressed with the photos submitted: "It is always really exceptional and really inspiring to see the standard just get better and better each year."It is really evident that we have such a strong community of local wildlife photographers."The exhibition will travel to Sark, where it will become the first official show in the island's new art gallery.
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