Thames Festival

Best image in front of an iconic London landmark: Hannah M King

Overall winner: Nicholas Reynolds

Family category winner: Sharada Khanna

River category winner: Julianne Dickson

I had the chance to go to the Thames festival this year for the first time. The festival is a celebration of London and its river and has become a highlight to the city's cultural life. This spectacular event runs from Westminster bridge to tower bridge and beyond in which unusual spaces are transformed to exhibit an array of street arts, performances, carnival, pyrotechnics, illuminations, art installations, river events, food, music and dance....( the list goes on).

On looking at its website, I came across a photography competition that is held each year for members of the public to enter. The judges are looking for images that capture the spirit of the festival.

Spectacle category winner: Chris Mole

These are the winners from last years competition. I love what Chris Mole has achieved with his image. The young free runner spinning upside down in mid air against a powerfully built repetitive office block background, clearly conveys London's diversity.

I'm sad not to have known about this competition earlier. I will be looking forward to entering next year!

More Info: www.thamesfestval.org