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2015 Photo Contest entry by Selvin D. Hernandez |
The City of McKinney's Arts Commission says "A rich arts life in a community feeds the soul. It’s like a mini-vacation offering rest for the eyes, diversion for the mind and release for the body. Some even say the arts promote physical health. As much as residents get pleasure and relaxation from the arts, though, there are other good reasons to promote these activities."
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce celebrated the arts in McKinney by launching the May issue of McKinney Magazine at the Grand Hotel on Thursday, April 23, 2015.
The arts are good for business. When a major performer comes to town, the event draws tourists and their dollars. Art and music classes support local businesses. A visually pleasing community that offers a diverse range of activities and entertainment events draws residents to live here. As a result, businesses grow to provide goods and services and the local economy grows.
McKinney Magazine dedicates the May issue each year to the arts community. The annual photography contest, now in its 14th year, celebrates memorable images captured with the click of a camera. This year we had more entries than ever, and judges were unanimous in agreement that it was very difficult to choose winners among the talented entries.
This year’s judges included:
- Shane Mauldin, McKinney ISD
- Anne Royer, Artist & Educator
- Jim Wilson, Jim Wilson Photography
- Nick Young, Collin College
See the winners and their photos beginning on Page 2:
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Over 18
First place: Megan Jane Wang
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Over 18
Second place: Alan Abair
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Over 18
Third place: Alan Abair
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Under 18
First place: Sophia Helton
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Under 18
Second place: Hanna Hurd
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
Under 18
Third place: Sarah Mach
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
My McKinney
First place: Michael Zheng
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
My McKinney
Second place: John Babis
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
My McKinney
Third place: Chris Williamson
2015 McKinney Magazine Photography Contest Winners
McKinney Magazine Cover
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