We are excited to announce the results of the 3rd Merit Photographic Competition, where participants were tasked with visually interpreting Earth Wind Fire. This year’s theme sparked incredible creativity, and we were thrilled to see how photographers brought literary works to life through their lenses.
After careful consideration, we were impressed by the diversity of approaches and the skill displayed by all the participants. The winning entries stood out not only for their technical excellence but also for their ability to evoke the mood, themes, and spirit of the books they represented. Whether through striking compositions, clever use of light and shadow, or imaginative symbolism, these photographers successfully bridged the gap between literature and visual storytelling.
Congratulations to all who participated. Your creativity and vision made this competition a remarkable showcase of the power of photography and literature working in harmony. And now, without further ado, here are some of the amazing entries
Thank you again to everyone who took part—we look forward to seeing what you create for the next merrit.
DPI Novice

Gentle Touch of Wind By Dariusz Renke

Earth Wind and Fire By Karen Tillett

Chili chocolate cake By Josefine Hammerby

Fire Dancer By Karen Tillett

Fire and Wind at Wanale Cliffs By Ian Maxwell

The Effect OF Wind By Ian Maxwell

Quiet Night in By David Hilliard

Horse and Flame Nebulae By Greg Beeke
Novice Print

Bamburgh Dawn By Greg Beeke

Fire on the Dragon’s Back By Greg Beeke

Burning Headlines By Mike Smth

Farming Earth and Wind By Ian Maxwell

Earth, Wind and Fire – Lady Sun By Ian Maxwell
Experienced PDI

Swiss Puma Night Fire By David Bray

Kestrel Hovering on the Wind By David Cunnane

Flames of Glory By Michael Bryan

Windswept Portrait By Mark Ellis

Fireside Rebel By Mark Ellis
Experienced Print

Pyrotechnic Cropduster By David Bray AFIAP,CPAGB,ACPE

Summer Spectacular By David Bray AFIAP,CPAGB,ACPE

Wind Formed By Ken Monk

Into The Earth By Ken Monk