Gardner wins state photo contest
BY ALYSSA MEIER
Editor
A Washburn woman is being recognized for her photography skills after winning the recreation and adventure portion of a statewide photo competition.
Laura Gardner is one of nine ameteur photographers to be honored this month in the annual Governor’s photo contest. Gardner, who has been working as a photographer for about eight years, said she submitted several photos to the competition, in which she had placed before. When she was contacted earlier this month, she said she was surprised to hear the results.
“I submitted a lot of photos and I never thought that this one would be the won to win,” Gardner said, with a laugh.
Her photo, entitled “On The Hunt” captures her husband, Matt, on a hunting venture in North Dakota. The image took first place in the Recreation and Adventure category of the competition.
Gardner and eight other photographers received awards from Governor Doug Burgum during a ceremony at the North Dakota Capitol on Oct. 10.
“Today we celebrate the talents of North Dakota amateur photographers and the vibrancy that makes our state an exciting destination and a place to Be Legendary,” Burgum said. “These images capture some of the picturesque landscapes, unique attractions and abundant wildlife found throughout North Dakota.”
