You chased the horizon with us! For our "Summer" photo contest, we asked you to capture that endless view, and you delivered a stunning collection of sun-drenched moments. We traveled through rolling landscapes at golden hour, watched fiery sunrises over tranquil waters, and experienced the vibrant culture of a day at the beach. Your submissions perfectly captured the expansive, free-spirited feeling of summer, making the judging process an absolute delight. A huge thank you to everyone who shared their summer story with us!
After careful consideration, we are incredibly excited to present the winning photographs!
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🏆 And the Winner is... Marc Slagter!
Photo by: Marc Slagter
Title: Golden Hour over the Azores Tea Fields
1st prize: Xpozer (80x120cm)
Marc's drone photograph is a breathtaking example of landscape photography at its finest. The image immediately pulls the viewer into the serene, sculpted hills of the Azores. From a photographer's perspective, the use of leading lines is exceptional; the curved patterns of the tea fields guide the eye effortlessly through the frame toward the setting sun. The warm, golden light casts long, soft shadows, accentuating the texture and contours of the landscape, creating a profound sense of depth and dimension.
The composition is masterfully balanced. The small figure in the orange hoodie provides a crucial sense of scale, highlighting the vastness of the scene and adding a human element to the otherwise pristine nature. As Marc explains, it's "a moment where light, form, and perspective come together." This technically superb and emotionally captivating image perfectly encapsulates the theme of an endless summer horizon.
🥈 Second Place: Nataschja van der Woude
Photo by: Nataschja van der Woude
Title: Sunrise @ Mallorca
2nd prize: EPIX photo tiles (4x)
Nataschja’s photograph captures the quiet magic of a summer morning. This image is all about colour and mood. The sky is ablaze with fiery oranges and deep reds, a spectacle that is perfectly mirrored in the still water of the pool. This reflection creates a stunning symmetry, effectively doubling the visual impact and immersing the viewer in the warmth of the moment. The silhouettes of the palm trees, chairs, and umbrellas act as a perfect frame, grounding the image without distracting from the magnificent sky.
From a technical standpoint, the exposure is handled beautifully, preserving the rich colours of the sunrise while rendering the foreground elements as stark, clean silhouettes. The perspective, taken from the poolside, cleverly blurs the line between the pool and the sea beyond, creating an infinity-pool effect that enhances the feeling of an endless, open view. It’s a classic summer holiday scene executed with brilliant artistry.
🥉 Third Place: Laura Saelman
Photo by: Laura Saelman
Title: Putzu Idu
3rd prize: EPIX retro tiles (4x)
Laura’s photo proves that the essence of summer isn't just in landscapes, but in unique cultural moments. This shot is a fantastic piece of documentary-style travel photography that tells a rich story. The subject—an impromptu clothing shop on a scooter—is wonderfully creative and instantly engaging. The composition places this vibrant explosion of colour and texture right in the center, drawing the viewer's attention to the beautiful chaos of the dresses, scarves, and shawls hanging from the parasol.
The photographer made an excellent choice to shoot this on the beach, with the sand and sea providing the perfect summer context. The soft, slightly muted colour palette of the overall image makes the bright patterns of the clothing pop even more. It’s a shot that celebrates ingenuity, local life, and the vibrant, carefree atmosphere of a day by the ocean. It’s a beautiful reminder that the most memorable travel photos often capture the small, authentic details.
Thank You!
A huge thank you to everyone who submitted a photo and to all the voters who helped make this contest so much fun. We are consistently amazed by the talent and passion within the Xpozer community.
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