The votes are in for the SEAtoday 2023 Picture of the Year contest. Check out the finalists below, including the contest winner that you — our readers — voted for.
WINNER: Pastel sunset with low fog
“Pastel sunset with low fog”
Submitted by Daniel G.
Hang it in a museum — the colors and composition from this shot of the Space Needle with the mountain out in the background is pure heaven.
Humpback Whale
“Humpback Whale”
Submitted by by Amber S.
Capturing the moment a whale breaches local waters always makes us go whoa — and that pic above is no exception.
What a legend! Megan Rapinoe
“What a Legend! Megan Rapinoe”
Submitted by Darlene A.
Ah, the memories. In October, a record 34,000 fans gathered at Lumen Field to say a fond farewell to retiring OL Reign star Megan Rapinoe — and this image perfectly captures the mood.
Love in Seattle
“Love in Seattle”
Submitted by Sahil B.
Postcard pic, anyone? The intimacy of the couple combined with the gorgeous waterfront view at dusk should instantly thaw the Seattle Freeze.
Rusty dock view of downtown from West Seattle
“Rusty dock view of downtown from West Seattle”
Submitted by John P.
The Emerald City shows off all the colors of the rainbow at night looking out from West Seattle — truly mesmerizing.
All fun and games
“All fun and games”
Photo submitted by Tom T.
Splish-splash — we get a child-like sense of joy seeing the kid playing in the International Fountain against the beautiful early fall colors at Seattle Center.
The winner, Daniel G., will receive a $25 gift card to use at our online marketplace, Six & Main . Thank you to all who participated.