December 2021 Breyer Photo Show Results

December 2021: Winter Wonderland

Judging by Jackie Arns-Rossi

This month’s theme is Winter Wonderland! I am judging this show while we are getting our first real snow storm of the year, so I’m looking for scenes that make me want to love the cold and snow. This time of year can be fun and beautiful, and this is what I am hoping to see in your entries.

17 and Under

1^st place:

Addie V., TX

There were a few versions of “a pony for Christmas” in this age group, but this was my favorite. I love that the girl is holding a model similar to her surprise horse.

2^nd place:

Ava S., MI

I loved everything about this skijoring/sledding (sledjoring?) scene. The tack all fits nicely and everything tells the story well. I particularly liked that all the lines had the right tension on them to believably be pulling these sleds along.

3^rd place:

Sophie M., IL

This mall Santa scene was very cute – I love the details here, from the photographer to the false beard on the horse playing Santa.

4^th place:

Emma F., MN

This was my favorite night barn scene – this image really evokes a cold, clear night for me. The use of the lights is excellent.

5^th place:

Abigail N., NY

I love the story told in this image, with the horse stealing the snowman’s carrot nose and making a break for it. That kid should just go get a new carrot!

6^th place:

Morgan D., MD

These two drafters kissing under the mistletoe is very sweet – it seems just a tad oversaturated color-wise.

Honorable Mentions:

Ashely L., WV

Violet F., FL

18 and Over

1^st place:

Briana M., TX

I love when people use lights to take creative images of their translucent models, and I was really struck by how lovely this image is. The white tree lights sparkle through this clearware model in a really striking way. This could be a holiday card very easily!

2^nd place:

Mal J., NS, Canada

I loved the unusual angle of this huge unicorn. The only color really comes from the touches on the model itself – it’s subtle and gorgeous.

3^rd place:

4^th place:

Rebecca G., MA

Barns decorated for the holidays are always wonderful. They seem warm, even when it’s very cold, and this picture showcases that with its rich colors. The kitty between this draft horse’s ears is perfect.

5^th place:

Katie B., PA

I love how this image looks as though it was shot in grayscale when it's actually full color. I saw a lot of entries of models galloping in the snow, and this one stood out to me as it is well-focused and the soft lighting is perfect.

6^th place:

Daphne H., UT

I loved how fun this image looks, and I like the practical effects used on the snowballs. I would love to see the dolls and horses look like they are interacting with each other. This is always one of the biggest challenges when using dolls – making them look like people and not dolls.

Honorable Mentions:

Jacklyn M., ON, Canada

Jerri B., WA