Wednesday, December 14, 2011
New HDR Photos
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
iPhoneography in Las Vegas
When in doubt, I always have my handy dandy iPhone in a pinch.. I will have to say it takes a pretty good photo on the fly.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Canon Instant Rebates!
I hate having to snail mail a rebate in, or for that matter even going online to fill out the form can be daunting to me some days. I am sure I am not alone, when I say I love instant rebates. They require you to do nothing, except save money instantly. What's not to love about that. I love Canon cameras, lenses and flashes so... here are some instant savings.
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Adobe Lightroom 3 for Mac & Windows
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 Software for Mac & Windows is on sale at B&H Photo until November 19th for $149.00 that is an instant savings $150.00.
This is the best $149.00 you will spend on your photography business, Lightroom is an amazing photo editing program.
Adobe Lightroom Product Highlights:
This is the best $149.00 you will spend on your photography business, Lightroom is an amazing photo editing program.
Adobe Lightroom Product Highlights:
- Photo Organization & Management
- RAW Conversion
- Nondestructive Editing Workflow
- Tethered Shooting
- DSLR Video Support
- Enhanced Noise Reduction
- Film Grain Simulation
- Lens & Perspective Correction
- Printing & Sharing Tools
Friday, November 11, 2011
B&H Photo: Fall Color Photo Contest- Win 1of 3 Cameras!
Grand Prize -
Blending the classic feel of an all metal body with the highly
popular Micro Four Thirds trend in photography, Olympus presents their E-P3 PEN Digital Camera.
This version of the E-P3 includes an ED 14-42mm II R f/3.5-5.6 zoom
lens as well, to get you out shooting from day one. Highly desired for
many reasons, Micro Four Thirds cameras provide an easily transportable
body (this one with the look and feel that only a metal body can bring
to hand) along with numerous lens options and the features and functions
of a full-sized DSLR camera.
Please note: Winner can choose between the camera or equivalent value in B&H gift cards.
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2nd Prize
This camera puts the power to do more with your photos in the palm of
your hand. Not only that, but the E-PL3 promises to do so, without
weighing you down. Perhaps you’re a die-hard Micro Four Thirds fan or
you’re simply looking for more versatility than a point-and-shoot can
provide but without the weight of a DSLR rig. Olympus has heard the call and thus, has expanded their PEN line of cameras.
Please note: Winner can choose between the camera or equivalent value in B&H gift cards.
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3rd Prize
This camera starts you out with everything you need to take great
photographs, from day one. As the name states, you’ll receive both the
E-PM1 camera body and the Micro Four Thirds M.Zuiko MSC
Digital ED m14-42mm II zoom lens (black lens). In addition, a number of
essential accessories come included as well, such as a lithium-ion
battery and battery charger.
Please note: Winner can choose between the camera or equivalent value in B&H gift cards.
- Contest Instructions:
- Submit your best photo showcasing fall colors for your chance to win one of the three cameras.
Entry Period: November 4th – November 17th
Voting Period: November 18th – November 27th
Winners Selected: November 28th
+One Entry Per Person+
The contest is open to US. Residents 18 and over.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Google Plus Photography Page
B. Farnum Photography now has its own page on Google Plus! I think this will be the end of me using Facebook Fan Pages.. We shall see.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Best Uses Photography Editing Software
Photographers are busy editing, uploading, downloading, tweeting, and try to keep up with what the current trends in photography. Here is one tip that always makes the subjects skin look flawless.
Portraits/Wedding
If you are looking for a program that is easy to use, has great skin smoothing and blemishing removing tools look no further than Apple Aperture 3 Software . You can make all the adjustments that you need to give your Bride or Groom the look of a Rock Star.
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| Using Apple Aperture |
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
You Must Have A Really Nice Camera!
So I have heard this statement over and over again this Summer & Fall. WOW! You must have a really nice, expensive, a lot of Megapixels, or a my favorite a great autofocus. What I want to say, and what I say are entirely different. I just nod smile and continue shooting the events as they unfold before me.
I do have a nice camera a Canon 5D (not a II) and a bunch of Canon L-Series lenses which help me work and photograph the way I want to. What the average photo enthusiast or point & shooter doesn't happen to understand is that I don't merely take a "Snap Shot", I am looking to create a certain look and feel to the images I make. I am not simply pressing the shutter in hopes that I might have a good image, I know when I will have a good image.
So the next time you are at a function where there is a professional photographer at a event that you are attending, please just know that they are there to work. Everyone's view and perspectives are different. But just knowing a photographer or any artist for that matter is working out their creative vision. Their real focus is going to be on how this will look like to them, the client, and the general population.
Remember This:
Before you take a photo, ask yourself is this something I would want to look at, or better yet hang on my wall for others to see.
Keep Living Your Dreams.
Aperture 3 Software
Nik¤Software Silver Efex Pro 2 Software
I do have a nice camera a Canon 5D (not a II) and a bunch of Canon L-Series lenses which help me work and photograph the way I want to. What the average photo enthusiast or point & shooter doesn't happen to understand is that I don't merely take a "Snap Shot", I am looking to create a certain look and feel to the images I make. I am not simply pressing the shutter in hopes that I might have a good image, I know when I will have a good image.
So the next time you are at a function where there is a professional photographer at a event that you are attending, please just know that they are there to work. Everyone's view and perspectives are different. But just knowing a photographer or any artist for that matter is working out their creative vision. Their real focus is going to be on how this will look like to them, the client, and the general population.
Remember This:
Before you take a photo, ask yourself is this something I would want to look at, or better yet hang on my wall for others to see.
Keep Living Your Dreams.
Brian Farnum
Adobe Photoshop CS5 Software for Mac
Apple Aperture 3 Software
Nik¤Software Silver Efex Pro 2 Software
Friday, October 28, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Vermont Flooding Photos Post Irene
Route 4A in Center Rutland, right near the West Proctor Road
Taken from the Green Bridge Route 140 in Wallingford, Vermont
Route 7 South Bridge erosion after the flooding because on Hurricane Irene
Route 7 Bridge in North Clarendon, Vermont which is now rebuilt.
Route 7 Bridge view from the top
B. Farnum Photography
Lensbaby Composer Special Effects SLR Lens - for Canon EF Mount
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Bomoseen Vermont Wedding: Jessica & Adam
Mr. & Mrs
Details from the reception
Bride striking a pose
Bride's Bouquet Details
Sunset on Lake Bomoseen with the Newlyweds
Flower for Groomsmen
Fall Photo Print Sale
Buy Fall/Autumn Prints on Sale!
5x7 starting at *$7.00
8x10 starting at *$8.00
*Prices do not include shipping
Photography Prints by B. Farnum Photography
Vermont
Monday, October 17, 2011
Cable Release For iPhone
iPhone Photography
You can know use your headset, that comes with your iPhone as a shutter release cable. Simply plug the headset into the headphone jack and use the (+) Volume Up button to take your photo. This will help prevent camera shake that is most always a problem when hand holding your iPhone, because you will be able to lean the camera against something.
Need a Tripod for Your Iphone?
XShot iPhone 4 Case With Detachable Tripod Adapter
Joby Gorillamobile For iPhone 4
Another cool aspect is that you no longer have to touch the screen to take a photo, but you can use the (+) Volume Up button on your actual iPhone to take your photos. You can also add a grid to help you compose your photos, all you rule of thirds peeps will be super excited for this addition.
You can know use your headset, that comes with your iPhone as a shutter release cable. Simply plug the headset into the headphone jack and use the (+) Volume Up button to take your photo. This will help prevent camera shake that is most always a problem when hand holding your iPhone, because you will be able to lean the camera against something.
Need a Tripod for Your Iphone?
XShot iPhone 4 Case With Detachable Tripod Adapter
Joby Gorillamobile For iPhone 4
Another cool aspect is that you no longer have to touch the screen to take a photo, but you can use the (+) Volume Up button on your actual iPhone to take your photos. You can also add a grid to help you compose your photos, all you rule of thirds peeps will be super excited for this addition.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Google Plus a Photographers Wonderland
Ever take a photo, then wonder what other people will say about the photograph? Want a place to learn about new gear, the latest editing software or a hot new plug-in? Google Plus has created a photographers wonderland. You can post a photo, within seconds or sometimes minutes will start getting feedback from your peers. Constructive criticism most of the time, but all valuable insights into what others might be thinking about an image you created.
Many times other photographers will +1 the image or even share the image.By sharing the image it will go in front of many more sets of eyes, everyone that's in their circles. But the greatest thing about when someone shares your post! You can see the comments that are being added to the original post. Something that Facebook does not do or doesn't want to do.
From a marketing standpoint this is flipping amazing, you can show off your work to that many more sets of eyes. This will help your work be seen around the world, it might not bring extra business your way initially but you never know who can potentially see your images. Director of photography for a magazine, a curator for a museum, or a buyer for an ad agency.
Website:
B. Farnum Photography
Circle Me: Photographers
Google+
Many times other photographers will +1 the image or even share the image.By sharing the image it will go in front of many more sets of eyes, everyone that's in their circles. But the greatest thing about when someone shares your post! You can see the comments that are being added to the original post. Something that Facebook does not do or doesn't want to do.
From a marketing standpoint this is flipping amazing, you can show off your work to that many more sets of eyes. This will help your work be seen around the world, it might not bring extra business your way initially but you never know who can potentially see your images. Director of photography for a magazine, a curator for a museum, or a buyer for an ad agency.
Website:
B. Farnum Photography
Circle Me: Photographers
Google+
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Bring Guns to a Knife Fight..
Today's photography market seems to be evolving on a daily basis with new inventions such as the new camera from Lytro (light field camera) is going to change the way a photographer sees a composition. You can frame the shot, then refocus anywhere within the frame.
Photographers remember to evolve, or you will be left in the past... KodaChrome, Polaroids.. When gear becoming cheaper..newer technology drives down the prices of the older models. Cameras that used to cost 10,000+ dollars, you can know capture the same quality with a camera that costs a fraction of that price.
Notice I said Quality, because you can have the best equipment and still not be able to capture a good image. The camera doesn't make photographer, the photographer is the eye in the vision he wishes to create. What's your vision, wanting you to express.
Something to think about:
Price Comparison $2,300 (Canon) to $41,995 (Hasselblad)
21 MP vs. 60 MP
Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital Camera (Body Only)
Hasselblad H4D-60 Digital SLR Camera
Do 39 more MegaPixels make that much difference? Well I would save the $39,695 and spend it on marketing. If no one knows about you or your business how many people are going to buy your photographs or book you? Food for thought photogs.
B. Farnum Photography
Photographers remember to evolve, or you will be left in the past... KodaChrome, Polaroids.. When gear becoming cheaper..newer technology drives down the prices of the older models. Cameras that used to cost 10,000+ dollars, you can know capture the same quality with a camera that costs a fraction of that price.
Notice I said Quality, because you can have the best equipment and still not be able to capture a good image. The camera doesn't make photographer, the photographer is the eye in the vision he wishes to create. What's your vision, wanting you to express.
Something to think about:
Price Comparison $2,300 (Canon) to $41,995 (Hasselblad)
21 MP vs. 60 MP
Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital Camera (Body Only)
Hasselblad H4D-60 Digital SLR Camera
Do 39 more MegaPixels make that much difference? Well I would save the $39,695 and spend it on marketing. If no one knows about you or your business how many people are going to buy your photographs or book you? Food for thought photogs.
B. Farnum Photography
Saturday, September 24, 2011
A Recession Is Not An Excuse To Be Lazy
I keep hearing on the news that we are in a recession or the next recession will be far worse than one we are currently in. You can make your photography business recession proof, don't just sit on the couch with the mindset that everyone is experiencing a down turn in their business. Get off your ass, and start something. Nothing is going to happen if all you do is watch re-runs.
Instead take a pro-active approach to start craving out your place in photographic market. When many of your fellow photographers are feeling the same pain that you are. What you have to do is increase your hustle. Start making sure you are consistently posting on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Linkedin, Flickr and Tumblr to make sure that your name is fresh in the minds of all the potential clients out there.
You really need to increase you hustle on your social media streams, be active in the community where you work and play. Instead of thinking and sitting, take action. I have been increasing my business when everyone is complaining about not having enough clients, how things are only going up in price.
These are the FREE powerhouses that you can harness to increase the number of people who see your name on a daily basis. You might not be able to compete with a higher end photographer in your area dollar for dollar when it comes to revenue. But you do have time, the ability to type and a hunger that many photographers have lost.
I use Facebook because I have to reach a number of my Senior Portrait clients, they are a captive audience. They love to comment, like and share content that I post on my wall. It's easy to start gaining the "likes" needed to really start drawing in clients.
Another way to use Facebook is to go after newlyweds and their friends. Brides are a marketers dream, you become friends with the Bride and her Bridemaids this will insure that you will get referrals. Make sure to tag them in some of the photos that you post from their wedding.
You need quality of quantity ALWAYS, when you are trying to sell someone a look or feel.
When posting an image, remember this: "Well this make the person post a comment, like it, or share it with others." If the answer is no, then move to another image that will capture the attention of the audience that you are going after.
Hope this helps.
B. Farnum Photography
Brian Farnum
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Want Better Color In Your Portraits?
Expo Imaging's ExpoDisc make Custom White Balance super simple, all
you have to do is place the ExpoDisc at the end of the lens you would
like to use. (Notice that you will have to have the correct filter size
for each lens, I would choose the lens you most use for portraits)
Set the camera to manual focus mode, point the camera in the direction that you would like to shoot. Press the shutter and BAM you will have your grayish photo showing up.
Go to your menu, set camera to custom white balance. Use the image you just took as your custom white balance, and start shooting your portraits.
One thing I learned when shooting, if the lighting changes dramatically you will have to do your custom white balancing again, to insure the best possible outcome.
This will save you a ton of time in post production, when trying to get the correct color. It's worth every penny. The best part is that they are affordable.
ExpoImaging 77mm ExpoDisc Digital Warm Balance Filter (Portrait)
Set the camera to manual focus mode, point the camera in the direction that you would like to shoot. Press the shutter and BAM you will have your grayish photo showing up.
Go to your menu, set camera to custom white balance. Use the image you just took as your custom white balance, and start shooting your portraits.
One thing I learned when shooting, if the lighting changes dramatically you will have to do your custom white balancing again, to insure the best possible outcome.
This will save you a ton of time in post production, when trying to get the correct color. It's worth every penny. The best part is that they are affordable.
ExpoImaging 77mm ExpoDisc Digital Warm Balance Filter (Portrait)
Ray Flash Abstract
Gear Used:
ExpoImaging Ray Flash Ring Flash Adapter for Canon 580EX II to EOS1D/1DS/1V
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Vermont Wedding & Portrait Photographer
Looking for a photographer to photograph your wedding or take a portrait of your family? Call B. Farnum Photography today.
B. Farnum Photography
802-770-0047
bfarnumphoto@me.com
B. Farnum Photography
802-770-0047
bfarnumphoto@me.com
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Vermont State Fair Photography Exhibit Results
Vermont State Fair Photography Exhibit Results
Congratulations to all of the winners, hope to see you all next year!
BARNS
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Child
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No Entries
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Junior
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No Entries
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Amatuer
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1st
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Craig Maddox
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Barn At Dusk
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2nd
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Charlie Meeks
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Barn in Winter
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3rd
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David McDevitt
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Field Barn Whitehall, NY
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Honorable Mention
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Nancy Merolle
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Dreary Barn
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Professional
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1st
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David Maglione
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Weston Bowl Mill
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2nd
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Lisa Maglione
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Foliage Farm
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FLOWERS
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Child
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1st
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Beth Manfredi
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Perfect Purple
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2nd
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Isabelle Harvey
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Pink Blossom
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3rd
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Cody Doaner
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Flower Wagon
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Junior
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1st
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Samantha Bevier
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Crabapple Flowers
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2nd
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Ellen Bevier
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Flowers From Monet's Garden
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3rd
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Erin Reilly
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Bee Balm
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Honorable Mention
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Sarah E. Harvey
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Pink rose
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Amatuer
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1st
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Kaitlyn Munson
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Drops of Lilac
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2nd
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Kelley A. Taylor
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Spring's Palette
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3rd
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Elaine Blodgett
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Bloodroot After a Rain
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Honorable Mention
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Sheryl Manfredi
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Lovely Lilac
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Professional
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1st
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Jeff Marshall
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Spring Tuplic Treasure
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2nd
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David Maglione
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Fall Harvest
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3rd
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Justin Norton
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Backed in Black
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Honorable Mention
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Phillip M. Ballou
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The Three Sisters
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SCENES FROM THE FAIR
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Child
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1st
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Beth Manfredi
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Maple Treats Galore
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2nd
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Cody Doaner
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Miss Piggy
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3rd
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Michael Thayer
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Mmm… Fair Crud
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Junior
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No Entries
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Amatuer
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1st
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Karen Berger
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Clubhouse Turn
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2nd
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Nancy Merolle
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Hello Bear
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3rd
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Rebecca Burtt
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Fun at The Fair
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Honorable Mention
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Charlie Meeks
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Look It's Galaxy Girl
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Professional
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1st
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Jeff Marshall
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Look Mom, I'm Flying Solo
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BIRDS
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Child
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1st
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Michael Thayer
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Don't Ruffle My Feathers
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2nd
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Cody Doaner
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I See You
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3rd
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Beth Manfredi
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Morning Dove
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Junior
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1st
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Raymond MacJarrett Jr
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Eddy the Rooster
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2nd
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Samantha McClure
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Spring Bird
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Amatuer
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1st
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Carleen Vero
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Pelican
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2nd
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John Brzoza
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Yellow Finch
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3rd
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Lisa Steckler
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Home Again
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Honorable Mention
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James Chase
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Nothing Like a Good Shower
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Professional
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1st
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Phillip M. Ballou
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Reflective Beauty
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PEOPLE
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Child
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1st
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Michael Thayer
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Sippy Break
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2nd
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Ariele Oechslie
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My Sister Stole My Drink
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3rd
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Cody Doaner
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My Nephew Lucas
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Honorable Mention
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Isabelle Harvey
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Sarah and Tinker
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Junior
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1st
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Ellen Bevier
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Street of Mont. St. Michael
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2nd
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Anthony Edwards
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Andy Warhol
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3rd
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Samantha Bevier
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Santa's Helper
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Honorable Mention
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Anthony Edwards
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Jonah Bissell
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Amatuer
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1st
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Craig Maddox
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Splashing Around
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2nd
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Sarah Allen
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Lost in Laughter
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3rd
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Jarod Burtt
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Genevieve
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Honorable Mention
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Sarah Schreiber
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Aleksander
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Professional
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1st
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Lisa Maglione
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Concentration
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2nd
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Phillip M. Ballou
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Nature Education
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3rd
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Justin Norton
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Horse Drawn Marriage
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WILDLIFE
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Child
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1st
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Beth Manfredi
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Lunch Time
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2nd
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Michael Thayer
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Front and Center Sir
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3rd
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Isabelle Harvey
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The Mallards
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Honorable Mention
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Michael Thayer
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I Smell Something Fishy
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Junior
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1st
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William Chmielewski
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Relaxing
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2nd
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Samantha McClure
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Leap Frog
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Amatuer
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1st
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David McDevitt
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Who Needs a Mousetrap?
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2nd
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Jarod Burtt
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Feeding Ducks
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3rd
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Carlene Messer
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Fox Play
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Honorable Mention
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Mike Brown
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Perfect Pose
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Professional
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1st
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Phillip M. Ballou
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Are You Suppose to Eat the Blossoms?
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2nd
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Lisa Maglione
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Salamander Crossing
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3rd
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David Maglione
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A Mother's Love
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SPORTING EVENTS
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Child
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1st
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Beth McGranahan
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2nd
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Kate McGranahan
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3rd
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Beth McGranahan
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Junior
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1st
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William Chmielewski
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Izod at NHMS
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Amatuer
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1st
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Charlie Meeks
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Bull Session
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2nd
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Carlene Messer
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Flying High
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3rd
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Lisa Thayer
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Go Yankees!
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Honorable Mention
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Trena Bevier
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Balancing Act
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Professional
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1st
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Jeff Marshall
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Ready for Action
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BUTTERFLIES
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Child
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No Entries
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Junior
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No Entries
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Amatuer
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1st
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Karen Berger
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Winged Visitor
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2nd
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Barbara O'Brien
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Just Stopping By
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3rd
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Sheila Bourque
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The Beauty of Spring
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Honorable Mention
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Judy Dardeck
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Black Beauty
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Professional
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1st
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Jeff Marshall
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Rare and Elusive Giant Swallowtail Butterfly
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2nd
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Phillip M. Ballou
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Even Butterflies Share
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PETS
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Child
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1st
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Beth Manfredi
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Finaly Friends
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2nd
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Cody Doaner
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I'm Down Here
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3rd
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Isabelle Harvey
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Toby
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Honorable Mention
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Abbie MacJarrett
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Laughing Pug
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Junior
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1st
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William Chmeilewski
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Yokee
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2nd
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Erin Reilly
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Eloise
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3rd
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Erin Reilly
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Little Bunny Foo Foo
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Honorable Mention
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Samantha McClure
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Dog's Eye
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Amatuer
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1st
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Chris Cuomo
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Winter In Belmont
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2nd
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Bethany Stack
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Fantasy
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3rd
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Carlene Messer
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The Cat
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Honorable Mention
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Craig Maddox
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Jersey Cow
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Professional
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1st
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Justin Norton
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Ol' Puppy Dog Eyes
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2nd
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Lisa Maglione
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A Christmas Tail
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LANDSCAPES
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Child
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1st
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Beth Manfredi
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Fort Ticonderoga Through Glass
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Junior
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1st
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Anthony Edwards
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Skyline
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2nd
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Samantha Bevier
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Clouds
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3rd
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William Chmeilewski
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Peaceful
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Honorable Mention
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Ellen Bevier
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The Doorway
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Amatuer
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1st
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Charlie Meeks
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Nubble Light Sunrise
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2nd
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Trudy MacJarrett
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Harbor Boats
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3rd
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Ruth Meigs
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Colorado Landmark
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Honorable Mention
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David McDevitt
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Book Farm West Haven, VT
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Professional
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1st
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David Maglione
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Winslow Pumpkin Patch
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2nd
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Lisa Maglione
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Radiance
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3rd
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Phillip M. Ballou
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Either Way Looks Great
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BEST OF SHOW (COLOR)
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Katrina Porch
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Peacock Colors
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BEST OF SHOW (BLACK AND WHITE)
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Craig Maddox
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Montreal
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JUDGE'S PICK
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David McDevitt
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Who Needs a Mousetrap?
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