2026 Photo Contest

“Center Wave” captures the quiet balance between motion and stillness. A lone sailboat glides through the calm waters of Annapolis waters at sunset, framed by dramatic clouds and soft evening light. The image reflects how even in the center of uncertainty, peace can still exist. Photo by Delmeta Jackson of Alexandria, Virginia

Beautiful spring sunset Photo by Meerim Kydykbek kyzy of Herndon, Va

Sunset cruise Photo by Beate Graham of Nashville, TN

A lone sailboat drifts across calm evening waters beneath a fading sky, balancing serenity and solitude in a timeless black-and-white moment. Photo by Aaron Livell of Alexandria, VA

Sunset Photo by Martine Charles of Reisterstown, MD

Xoxo1 Photo by Angela Phelan of Annapolis, MD

Xoxo Photo by Angela Phelan of Annapolis, MD

Photo of the American flag in the sunset waving over the back of the boat. Photo by Martina Maslanik of Severna Park, MD

The wind was very strong, the water was rough, so captain Josh called for help! Photo by SERGIO PIMENTA of Belo Horizonte, MG

5/6/26 Photo by Zoe Forezzi of Albany, Ny