“The Heron and the Turtle” by Craig Newman

A photography exhibition and competition, Focus on the Boro, came to the Rotunda Gallery of Murfreesboro City Hall in June, remaining on display most of the month and announcing winners at a June 8 ceremony.

Outgoing Murfreesboro Photographer Laureate Jessica Goings Nelson said she wanted this photography project to inspire the community to get out and take pictures, to experience a fun and friendly competition, and to have the opportunity to exhibit and enjoy photography.

Organizers presented awards in both adult and youth divisions in various categories.

2018 Focus on the Boro winners:

Adult

Abstract
“At the Carwash” – Tim McElroy

Sports
“Rainy Night Football” – Pat Smith

Architecture
“Derelict” – Jefferson Roberts

Flora
“Black Prince” – Gayle Trousdale

Animals
“The Heron and the Turtle” – Craig Newman

Still Life
“It’s All About the Value” – Sharon Mayeux

Landscape
“Lurking in the Woods” – Jacob Jones

People
“My Beautiful Mother” – Pat Smith

Murfreesboro
“We All Belong” – Scott Weber

Best In Show
“The Turtle and the Heron” – Craig Newman

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Youth (17 and under)

Abstract
“Prism” – Aowyn Hicks

Sports
“Running Horse” – Ainsley Slicker

Architecture
“Gringotts” – Boston Smith

Flora
“Lone Leaf” – Jack Barbieri

Animals
“Toadally Awesome” – John Byrnes

Still Life
“Sweet Ride” – Cade Caughron

Landscape
“Hawaiian Sunset” – Abby Byrnes

People
“Third World Beauty” – Molly Morgan

Youth Best In Show
“Third World Beauty” – Molly Morgan

“My Beautiful Mother” by Pat Smith