The Tribune

THE Bahamas Humane Society held its 4th annual photo contest at the New Providence Community Centre as part of an ongoing campaign to educate the public in the humane treatment of animals.

In their most successful photo competition to date, the event, sponsored by Bahamas Local and Mr Photo, had more than 180 entries and raised over $2,500.

Aspiring and avid photographers of all ages submitted their favourite photographs captured for categories ranging from Underwater Photography, Marvelous Faces, to Potcakes and Vacation Snapshots.

All the incredible images were on display at the awards ceremony where both children and adults alike were able to view all of the winning photographs.

“We were happy to see a combination of many aspiring photographers and previous participants of all ages submit photographs this year,” said BHS board member, Lissa McCombe.

The photographs included a variety of scenes – a colourful underwater crab, a striking flamingo, a potcake enjoying time with its owner, and many other stunning images.

The genres were divided into various age groups. In each, the 1st through 3rd place winners were awarded prizes donated by more than 20 local businesses.

The prizes included gift certificates from retail stores, photography studios, pet shops and day excursions.

“The competition has become increasingly popular and we were excited to see a larger number of children participate this year,” said Laura Kimble, a BHS board member.

The Humane Society took the opportunity to show a short video about opportunities for getting involved with the BHS.

The BHS has a variety of events on their schedule that appeal to various age groups and sectors of the public to encourage adoption, spaying and neutering of pets, and to educate the community on the humane treatment of animals.