Portrait Palooza Winner

Ladies and Gentlemen, the time has come to announce the winner of the 2016 WPS Portrait Palooza competition!

But, first, enjoy this amazing behind-the-scenes video put together by Nathan from Oak City Films!

The Hall and Gardens at Landmark’s venue managers were the judges of our annual Portrait Palooza competition. And, now, without any further ado, we are proud to announce the finalist and winner in the 2016 WPS Portrait Palooza competition.

Maria Sollecito-Olson – 3rd

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© Maria Sollecito-Olson

Ryan Midgett2nd

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© Ryan Midgett / Ryan Midgett Photography

and, drumroll please . . .

Please help us to congratulate the winner of the 2016 WPS Portrait Palooza competition. She also will receive $100 from The WPS for her achievement.

Jenn Aan – 1st

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© Jenn Aan / Halftone Studios

Also, a great big THANK YOU to each of the wonderful people who donated their time and talent to help to make this year’s Portrait Palooza a smashing success:

Sofia La Motta – Sophistique Makeup
Alysia Hughes – U Hair Studio
Jason Shoop – Shoops Salon
Cheri Leathers – Hair by Cheri
Jewelry – Moon and Lola
Ashley & Nathan – Oak City Films
Florists – Eclectic Sage
Models – Camellia, Allis, Shana, Kayla, and Emma.

Congratulations, Jenn!! Great job creating this unique, sophisticated image in just a ten minutes!