The winner of The Open University 40th anniversary photo competition has been announced as Suzy Currie from the Isle of Skye.
Suzy’s evocative image of her course work spread on a picnic table overlooking a loch (pictured right) was judged the best for its composition, light and response to the contest entry criteria.
From in excess of 100 entries, 10 were chosen as finalists representing the UK and Europe and the three judges had considerable difficulty selecting the overall winner given the standard of the submissions – all reflecting where students at The Open University choose to study.
Suzy’s prize is a canvas print of one of her own photographs, supplied by the contest sponsor Waddington and Ledger Ltd of West Yorkshire.
Suzy, who is studying Humanities with Literature at the OU, gets married to a fellow student in September.
“My grandfather was a photographer and I have inherited his photography equipment and it is a strong interest of mine," said Suzy, who has just been made redundant from her role as a personal assistant.
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Comments (3)
Submitted by srm225 on Tuesday 18 August 2009 - 20:33.
Lovely picture. Absolutely beautiful.
Submitted by Dave_on_a_Grifter on Friday 21 August 2009 - 18:13.
Well done Suzy, it's a great photo.
Submitted by lisahills on Saturday 29 August 2009 - 20:32.
Beautiful picture but how could one concentrate on their coursework when you have stunning views like this surrounding you. I'd be gazing all around me rather than at my work.