The second photo, of a horse in a field outside Belgrade, Montana, was taken on one of my periodic trips back to my home state, where I've been photographing aspects of daily life across the state over the years. It received 2nd place in the Animal category of the contest.
Last year, I received an honorable mention in the Pictorial category of the BPPA contest.
As always, congratulations to the other winners and thanks to the judges and BPPA volunteers.