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Mar 2023

Zachary Rigg: January Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Zachary Rigg Zachary Rigg, based in Atlanta, Georgia, is a car enthusiast whose photography clearly shows his passion. Rigg’s photograph received the most votes among the other submissions for […]

Zachary Rigg: Picture of a silver/blue car inside on a stage with the background wall reading "ICONS Porsche" — This classic 356 is shown at the new Icons of Porsche display in the Heritage Gallery at Porsche Experience Center Atlanta. This 356 was used as a racecar and one of the first cars to be raced by a woman in the United States. The car, #161, can be seen on the front page of Porsche.com/usa for a short time under the Rennsport Reunion banner.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
February 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Capture of a black car surrounded by motion blur on a race track — Hardly subtle, even in black, is the new GT3 testing out the track expansion at Porsche Experience Center. This is the photo I entered in the January Bokeh Focus contest.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Capture of a blue car with decals surrounded by motion blur on a race track — The bright blue of the 1st Phorm liveried Porsche GT3R stands out in a crowd of more muted colors in the early morning hours of the Rolex 24 2023 race.
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Beach, Florida
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Capture of a green a red car with black decals surrounded by motion blur on a race track — It’s early on the morning of the Rolex 24 2023 race. The new Porsche GT3R was hampered by the Balance of Performance regulations (BoP). Still, the cars and drivers were very consistent, keeping the cars safe through the night to reach the checkered flag.
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Beach, Florida
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Picture of a yellow car from above — This is the first RS car — Rennsport or motorsport — from Porsche. The ducktail design element on the 2.7 RS improves the aerodynamics of the car. The larger the tail, the faster the car drove.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
February 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Picture of a yellow care on a semi reflective surface — The Porsche 906, or the Carrera 6, is a race car from the mid 60’s with a low center of gravity. It paved the way for Porche’s most legendary racer, the 917.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
February 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Still shot of a grey and black car exterior during daylight — Congratulations to the January Photographer of the Month, Zachary Rigg, based in Atlanta, Georgia. Rigg is a car enthusiast whose photography clearly shows his passion! Rigg’s photograph received the most votes among the other submissions during January.
He reminds creatives to “Do everything in your power to execute the ideas floating around in your head even if they seem daunting.”
We interviewed Rigg to share his advice and experiences with the Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
At the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta you can take delivery of your new Porsche bought through any dealership. This silver beauty is one example.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Close up of a green car — British Racing Green is one of my favorite colors available through Porsche’s Paint-to-Sample program. Beyond just the beauty of the color, I think the color makes the car’s details really stand out.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
December 2022
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Picture of a blue car outside of a movie theater with trees in the background during daylight — Porsche cars are timeless. This 70’s Targa would fit in on any Porsche showroom floor today. It is really cool to watch your friend’s drive the cars that they talked about getting five years ago!
Kennesaw, Georgia
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

Zachary Rigg: Image of a yellow car on racetrack during the day with blue skies that are cloudy — It’s filming day for the launch announcement of the track expansion at Porsche Experience Center Atlanta. In the distance beyond the car you can see the new Auto Cross area.
One Porsche Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
January 2023
Photo: Zachary Rigg
© Zachary Rigg

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Feb 2023

Ali Sardar: December Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Ali Sardar Ali Sardar, born in Pakistan and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, creates visuals with attention to detail at every step of the process. Sardar’s photograph received the most […]

Ali Sardar: a composition of travel photos at varying times of the day and a portrait of Ali in the center. — A collage of my work
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

Ali Sardar: A perspective image looking outside of a window at mountains on a moving train during mid-day — Composite photo taken of the mountains and road from a moving train window going to the city of Quetta, Pakistan
Quetta, Pakistan
January 2021
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

Ali Sardar: A perspective image looking outside of a window while flying high on a plane during mid-day. — Congratulations to the December Photographer of the Month, Ali Sardar. Sardar, born in Pakistan and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, creates visuals with attention to detail in every step of the process. Sardar’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week the fourth week of December.
He says “As a photographer you are a light bender” and emphasizes the importance of manipulating light to create the desired piece.
We interviewed Sardar to share his advice and experiences with the Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Composite photo taken of the mountains during a flight near Quetta, Pakistan
Quetta, Pakistan
January 2021
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

ACP'18: Atlanta parking lot near the Westin and Sundial. — Atlanta, Georgia
2018
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

ACP'18: Bradford, UK - A house in Bradford, UK with sheep grazing the owners land. — Bradford, United Kingdom
2018
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

ACP'18: Bradford, UK - A mattress left on the side of the road — Bradford, United Kingdom
2018
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

ACP'18: Atlanta night skyline near the I-75 highway Peachtree exit. — Atlanta, Georgia
2018
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

ACP'18: Atlanta, Georgia skyline at night — Atlanta, Georgia
2018
Photo: Ali Sardar
© Ali Sardar

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Feb 2023

Shay Lamb: November Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Shay Lamb Shay Lamb, 20, from Greenville, South Carolina, photographs to capture memories for others. Lamb’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. She previously won Photographer […]

Shay Lamb: Picture of a cat in a dark room with colorful light rays — Greer, South Carolina
October 2022
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

Shay Lamb: Close up of autumn berries with a blue sky and green tree in the background — Greer, South Carolina
October 2022
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

Shay Lamb: Picture of a cat in a mailbox outside during daylight in front of an orange house — Congratulations to the November Photographer of the Month, Shay Lamb. Lamb, 20, from Greenville, South Carolina, photographs to capture happiness and share it with others. Lamb’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. She previously won Photographer of the Week the third of November.
She states “I believe capturing happy times is truly magical.”
We interviewed Lamb to share her advice and experiences with the Bokeh Focus community.
Read her full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Greer, South Carolina
October 2022
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

Shay Lamb: Self portrait of Shay in a refection surrounded by autumn berries — Greer, South Carolina
October 2022
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

Shay Lamb: Picture of a small garden gnome outside around brown and orange leaves — Greer, South Carolina
October 2022
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

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Dec 2022

Carson Connolly: October Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Carson Connolly Carson Connolly, 19, from Marietta, Georgia, photographs to capture memories for others. Connolly’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the […]

Carson Connolly: A silver car caught in motion during daylight with some minor traffic behind it — I was hired to shoot a Nissan GTR Car Show and cruise! I got this photo hanging out of the window in a Toyota Supra MK4.
Marietta, Georgia
June 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: someone standing outside during the night with a pink and green race car long sleeved jersey with a white and pink helmet — After a long and grueling 10 hour race, I snapped this photo of driver Tom Blomqvist after he finished first in the Acura DPI.
Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia
October 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: A car parked in the middle of a two lane road during daylight with trees on both sides of the road — Found a quiet straight road, and took my opportunity to get the classic middle of the road photo.
Buford, Georgia
November 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: Two cars parked next to one and other, one red and the other white. Set during daylight, in a parking deck in front of trees. — “The Clutch Media” held a private shoot with a ton of exotic and JDM cars for a show to be held at the King and Queen building. While we were setting up the cars I snapped this one while the Red Lancer Evolution was parking!
Atlanta, Georgia
October 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: car parked outside. mechanic shop during the night time — This photo comes from a photoshoot I had with a 1 of 1 wide-bodied Acura NSX. This car has been featured in three Fast and Furious movies and is a staple in the Georgia car community.
Honda Dealership, Marietta, Georgia
November 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: Red race car captured will in high speed during daylight on race track — Congratulations to the October Photographer of the Month, Carson Connolly. Connolly, 19, from Marietta, Georgia, photographs to capture memories for others. Connolly’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week the third of October.
He states that “some of your favorite and best work will be when you ignore the trends and do your own thing!”
We interviewed Connolly to share his advice and experiences with the Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
I was taking situated ahead of the finish-line during a practice session and caught this photo of the Pfaff Porsche going through a cloud of dirt thrown up by another car.
Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia
October 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: someone dressed in black with a black helmet on riding a motorcycle during sunset in front of mountains — Some friends and I went to Carters Dam to take some photos of our cars and I got this beautiful low shutter speed shot of Noah on his bike.
Carters Dam, Georgia
November 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: A blue car parked outside at night time in front of city lights and semi wet streets — Two Subaru buddies and I went to scout out a parking garage for a potential shoot spot. This was one of the photos from the set.
Georgia Tech Campus, Atlanta, Georgia
November 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: A picture of someone holding a camera at night time in front of the marietta diner — I was having dinner with some friends at Marietta Diner and came across a fellow car photographer during a shoot. My good friend Roy was shooting my other good friend Mason’s 1989 Mazda RX-7 FC. I decided to shoot some b-roll while I was there and got this really cool photo of him with the neon in the background. Lots of bokeh!
Marietta, Georgia
October 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

Carson Connolly: A close up image of a decal on the spoiler part of a car — I love showcasing details on super unique cars and this shot is no different. I love the way the carbon fiber weave looks with the bokeh in the background.
Marietta, Georgia
November 2022
Photo: Carson Connolly
© Carson Connolly

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Nov 2022

David DuBose: September Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by David Dubose David DuBose, 24, from Huntsville, Alabama, photographs with the focus of bringing what he sees in his head to life. DuBose’s photograph received the most votes among […]

David DuBose: Woman standing in the midst of leaves during day light — I wanted to capture my model immersed in Nature.
Birmingham, Alabama
July 2022
Photo: David DuBose
© David DuBose

David DuBose: A man wearing grey graphic tee and orange hat standing behind DJ turn tables — One of many candid shots of the crowd and stage at a music festival.
Huntsville, Alabama
August 2022
Photo: David DuBose
© David DuBose

David DuBose: Woman in pink blazer standing in front of mirror — This is the first picture from an unreleased project I’m working on.
Huntsville, Alabama
July 2021
Photo: David DuBose
© David DuBose

David DuBose: Man sitting outside during sunset in front of giant stoned crucifixes — For all the shots of this “Pals Club” customized jacket, the scenery and temperature of the photos really captured the emotion of the jacket’s message and framed each moment so well.
Huntsville, Alabama
August 2022
Photo: David DuBose
© David DuBose

David DuBose: Man sitting outside during sunset in front of giant stonned crucifixes — Congratulations to the September Photographer of the Month, David DuBose. DuBose, 24, from Huntsville, Ala. DuBose’s photographs focus on bringing what he sees in his head to life. DuBose’s photograph received the most votes among the other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week the second of September.
He reminds photographers to, “Always say yes to a chance to pick your camera up.”
We interviewed DuBose to share his advice and experiences with the Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Huntsville, Alabama
August 2022
Photo: David DuBose
© David DuBose

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Jun 2022

Christian Gehrke: May Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Christian Gehrke Christian Gehrke, a photographer currently living in Kennesaw, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ May Photographer of the Month. Gehrke’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. […]

Christian Gehrke: daytime picture with trees of long droopy moss and a car on the side of the road — I shot this picture from my car with the intention of capturing the beauty of the trees in downtown Savannah.
Savannah, Georgia
May 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: black and white photo of people walking across the street with buildings in the background and street lights — Plant Riverside was abandoned and falling apart a few years ago before it was turned into a riverside district with nightlife, restaurants, shops, and one of the best hotels in the state of Georgia. It used to be a power plant and a factory. Now it is home to local vendors and allows people to have a fancy experience in the heart of downtown Savannah and the famous River Street.
Savannah, Georgia
December 2021
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: Grey skies with a building surrounded by light snow and leafless trees — I took this shot at one of the student housing apartment complexes next to Kennesaw State University on a rare snowy day. People are enjoying a day of playing in the snow before spring semester begins
Savannah, Georgia
January 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: Daytime picture of a sidewalk and tree branches handing over the side walk — This shot shows the beautiful area surrounding one of Savannah’s famous squares, showcasing the area’s architecture and mature trees.
Savannah, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

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Christian Gehrke: Daytime picture of people at a bench in front of trees — City Market is one of the most famous tourist attractions in downtown Savannah. Home to horse tours, trolley tours, and many restaurants, shops, and coffee shops, tourists from all over the country come to enjoy an afternoon here.
Savannah, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: Picture of a wall with a sunny sky and some clouds behind a tree with a wall with graffiti of a smiley face and wording — The Starland District has brought life to the lower income areas of downtown Savannah. Now the neighborhood is full of murals, art, shops and restaurants, and is home to a trailer park. The district promotes joy, happiness, and authenticity.
Savannah, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
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Christian Gehrke: Day time photo of the front of a building with cloudy blue skies — Cohen’s Retreat is a high end restaurant, bakery, and local vendor boutique. This photo shows the front of the majestic building.
Savannah, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: Black and white photo with two people standing on the side of the road with signs — While driving home on Abercorn Street, I shot this picture of two men holding up these signs for everyone to see on the busy road.
Savannah, Georgia
December 2021
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: Daytime photo with clear blue skies and a banner reading "Bradly's" and a car — Christian Gehrke, a photographer currently living in Kennesaw, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ May Photographer of the Month. Gehrke’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week during the last week of May.
He emphasizes the importance of remaining true to oneself. Telling photographers to, “Cling to your authenticity even when it’s easy to get wrapped up in your successes.”
We interviewed Gehrke to share his advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
On a walk through downtown Savannah, I was able to capture this alley, which has a retro and old school vibe.
Savannah, Georgia
November 2021
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

Christian Gehrke: picture of the front of a white building with three long black windows — With the best coffee in town, Franklin’s is a place where SCAD students, as well as professionals and families in the area, go to drink a wide variety of coffee products. It’s European vibe fosters a great environment and experience.
Savannah, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Christian Gherke
© Christian Gehrke

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Jun 2022

Jon Woodman: April Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Jon Woodman Jon Woodman, a local photographer from Atlanta, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ April Photographer of the Month. Woodman’s photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. He […]

Jon Woodman: small boat in a body of water during sunset — Jon Woodman, a local photographer from Atlanta, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ April Photographer of the Month. Woodman’s photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week during the fourth week of April.
He highlights the benefits of getting out of the comfort zone, suggesting that photographers struggling with creativity “Take your camera and go somewhere you have never been before.”
We interviewed Woodman to share his advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Greece
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: view of a city in Greece from a body of water during sunrise — Greece
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
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Jon Woodman: View of an orange sky behind clouds and over a body of water during sunrise — Greece
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: View of a church from above during sunset — San Juan, Puerto Rico
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: view of a home in the mountains surrounded by grass and trees during daylight with a cloudy sky — Puerto Rico
April 2022
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Jon Woodman: picture of a brown dog in on the edge of a street with grass and a railing in the background — Puerto Rico
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: picture of plantains hanging from a tree — Puerto Rico
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: picture of an old fashion cocktail with an orange slice in the center on a table next to a bottle and a white hat — Atlanta, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: a close-up picture of a marta transit sign with lights in the background — Atlanta, Georgia
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

Jon Woodman: image from the top of the mountains overlooking land during sunset — Arkansas
April 2022
Photo: Jon Woodman
© Jon Woodman

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May 2022

Sarah Swetlik: March Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Sarah Swetlik Sarah Swetlik, a local photographer from Atlanta, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ March Photographer of the Month. Swetlik’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. She […]

Sarah Swetlik: a protest during the daylight with protestors holding flags and signs in support of Ukraine — Atlanta, Georgia
March 2022
Photo: Sarah Swetlik
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Sarah Swetlik:Sarah Swetlik: a protest during the daylight with protestors holding flags and signs in support of Ukraine — Atlanta, Georgia
March 2022
Photo: Sarah Swetlik
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Mar 2022

Zoran Babić: February Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Zoran Babić Zoran Babić, from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is Bokeh Focus’ February Photographer of the Month. Babić’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. He previously won Photographer […]

Zoran Barbić: Woman in a green dress posing while sitting on a red chair — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
February 2022
Photo: Zoran Babić
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Mar 2022

Ash Rahman: January Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Ash Rahman Ash Rahman, from Birmingham, United Kingdom, is Bokeh Focus’ January Photographer of the Month. Rahman’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. He previously won […]

Ash Rahman: Two people at a table inside of a restaurant — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
Photo: Ash Rahman
© Ash Rahman

Ash Rahman: Silhouette of a person, in front of a stores colorful inventory — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: A shot taken during the day of someone from beyond a brick wall in front of a black car — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
Photo: Ash Rahman
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Ash Rahman: A crowd standing around a variety of light fixtures at night. — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: Two people walking on a sidewalk next to a body of water with a bridge and building in the background — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: Person walking down a bridge next to a body of water and buildings in the background during daylight — Ash Rahman, from Birmingham, United Kingdom, is Bokeh Focus’ January Photographer of the Month. Rahman’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week during the final week of January. He shared a few words saying, “Don’t focus too much on others, enjoy what you’re doing, keep practicing and getting your shots.”
We interviewed Rahman to share his advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
Photo: Ash Rahman
© Ash Rahman

Ash Rahman: Picture of a human figure seen through a dark tunnel becoming more illuminated the further back — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: A close up of flowers outside and a blurred background captured during daylight — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: Night shot of a crowd of people under festive lights — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
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Ash Rahman: Two women amongst a crowd standing outside under a tree at night — Birmingham, United Kingdom
January 2022
Photo: Ash Rahman
© Ash Rahman

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Jan 2022

Shay Lamb: November Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Shay Lamb Shay Lamb, 19, of Greenville, South Carolina, is Bokeh Focus’ November Photographer of the Month. Lamb’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. She previously […]

Shay Lamb: Two kittens in a dark room on carpet playing with string lights in front of mirror — Shay Lamb, 19, of Greenville, South Carolina, is Bokeh Focus’ November Photographer of the Month. Lamb’s photograph received the most votes among three other nominees. She previously won Photographer of the Week during the second week of November.
She states to “Definitely use this outlet [photography] as a form of expression but also appreciation.”
We interviewed Lamb to share her advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read her full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Marietta, Georgia
November 2021
Photo: Shay Lamb
© Shay Lamb

Shay Lamb: Picture of an abstract building during the daytime behind small trees — Manhattan, New York
November 2021
Photo: Shay Lamb
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Shay Lamb: Blue sky with autumn trees in midground and background with fence in foreground — Greenville, South Carolina
November 2021
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Shay Lamb: Kitten on dashboard of car at night with traffic streetlight in background — Marietta, Georgia
November 2021
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Shay Lamb: Plant on top of rocky terrain with cave wrapping over the top — South Carolina
November 2021
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Shay Lamb: Blue sky with autumn trees — Greenville, South Carolina
November 2021
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Shay Lamb: From inside of a flying plane looking out the window during the daytime looking at clouds and the plane's wing — South Carolina
November 2021
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Shay Lamb: Blue sky with autumn trees in background and potted plant in foreground — Greenville, South Carolina
November 2021
Photo: Shay Lamb
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Dec 2021

Jan Von Bargen: December Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Jan Von Bargen Jan von Bargen, of Hamburg, Germany, is Bokeh Focus’ December Photographer of the Month. Von Bargen’s photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. He […]

Jan Von Bergen: Daytime photo of a building with graffiti in the background, a building on the left and on the right and a body of water in the center reflecting all three buildings — Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
Photo: Jan Von Bergen
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Jan Von Bergen: daytime photo of a landmark building being reflected off water — Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
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Jan Von Bergen: an eye level photo of a green snake on and surrounded by moss and greenery — Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
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Jan Von Bergen: a close up photo of a dandelion with other dandelions surrounding it and the sun highlighting them all — Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
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Jan Von Bergen: a close up of a red "love" lock hanging with the bokeh lights in the background — Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
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Jan Von Bergen: Night time photo of the city lights and streaks of light extending from a bus — Jan von Bargen, of Hamburg, Germany, is Bokeh Focus’ December Photographer of the Month. Von Bargen’s photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. He previously won Photographer of the Week during the final week of December.
He states, “Just get out and shoot! … and do not lose the fun in what you are doing.
We interviewed Von Bergen to share his advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Hamburg, Germany
December 2021
Photo: Jan Von Bergen
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Dec 2021

Alyssa Fields: October Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Alyssa Fields Alyssa Fields, 11, of Brooklyn, New York, is Bokeh Focus’ October Photographer of the Month. Fields’ photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. She previously […]

Alyssa Fields: Trees with yellow, pink, and blue skies in the background — Fairburn, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: Goat looking outside of a gate standing on dirt — Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: Close up on an orange mushroom growing out of the dirt. grass surrounding — Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: An alpaca behind a wire farm fence in front of a wooden play fort with slide on grass with trees in the background — Alyssa Fields, 11, of Brooklyn, New York, is Bokeh Focus’ October Photographer of the Month. Fields’ photograph received the most votes among four other nominees. She previously won Photographer of the Week during the third week of October.
She reminds photographers to “Go with the flow.” opportunity.
We interviewed Fields to share her advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read her full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
Photo: Alyssa Fields
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Alyssa Fields: a city overview of an interstate with trees on the sides, buildings in the far back and cloudy skies during daylight — Atlanta, Georgia
October 2021
Photo: Alyssa Fields
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Alyssa Fields: A goat standing on dirt being fed through a gate with a green fence — Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: A speedboat in the distance in a large body of water during overcast and a bridge in the background — Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: View from inside looking at many trees and partially clear skies during daylight — Chattahoochee, Georgia
October 2021
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Alyssa Fields: Street view of city buildings with clear blue skies during daylight — Washington, D.C.
August 2021
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Alyssa Fields: Cars in street and people on side walk in front of buildings during daylight — Washington, D.C.
August 2021
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Nov 2021

Amy: September Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Amy Amy, 24, of Atlanta, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ September Photographer of the Month. Amy’s photograph received the most votes in September. She previously won photographer of the week […]

Amy: Lookin through a light bulb close up. The background is indoors and blurry — Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: outside of a theater during daylight. Lights are under the sign that says the date of the show. — Atlanta
October 2021
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Amy: Red, Yellow and Green traffic light hangs on pole. Daylight and a tree in back of the traffic light. Yellow light in the middle is illuminated — Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: A pole with three street signs on it covered in graffiti. Around the pole is rubbish and a black container. — Recreated one of my favorite pictures: the same place, different edit, different day.
Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: Big Parking sign on the side of the building during daylight with a building in the background — Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: Illuminated Taco Mac restaurant sign outside on the side of the restaurant. There is daylight and a tree in the background as well as other buildings — Neon signs are always a win.
Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: A pattern of illuminated lints forming diamonds in repetition. — Atlanta
September 2021
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Amy: A bridge, trees, and light posts above a lake that reflects on the water — Amy, 24, of Atlanta, Georgia, is Bokeh Focus’ September Photographer of the Month. Amy’s photograph received the most votes in September. She previously won Photographer of the Week during the first week of September.
We interviewed Amy to share her advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community. She reminds photographers to “Be you and only that.”
Read her full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
August 2021
Atlanta
Photo: Amy
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Sep 2021

Emma Walkington: August Photographer of the Month

Interview by Avery Fields/ Photos by Emma Walkington Emma Walkington, 19, from Phoenix, Arizona, is our August Photographer of the Month winner. She currently lives in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Walkington competed against three other photographers and […]

Emma Walkington: a light brown and white dog wearing goggles sitting down next to another dog that is black and white also sitting down outside during daylight on leashes — Dogs sitting outside of Starbucks with their owner look ready for adventure. They could be the main characters of a story.
Georgia
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Emma Walkington: close up of a light brown dogs eye — My dog passed not too long ago. After a week went by I was going through old photos. I stumbled upon this photo that was never edited from a few months ago.
Lawrenceville, Georgia
August 2021
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Emma Walkington: a koi fish swimming towards the surface of water — This Koi fish was in a pond and reminded me of my best friend and our matching tattoos.
Ford Museum, Dearborn, Michigan
August 2021
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Emma Walkington: clear blue skies with a bridge in the distance over a body of water — Emma Walkington, 19, from Phoenix, Arizona, is our August Photographer of the Month winner. She currently lives in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Walkington competed against three other photographers and her photo received the most votes. She previously won Photographer of the Week during the first week of August.
Regarding her photography she said, “I learned to not overlook things,” in pursuit of never missing an opportunity.
We interviewed Walkington to share her advice and experiences with the greater Bokeh Focus community.
Read her full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Emma Walkington: two men in orange work ship attire looking over the rail of the edge of the ship — Two guys were working on a boat that I happened to pass by. They were looking over the edge to make sure the guy on the dock was tying the rope properly.
Sue Locks, Michigan
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Emma Walkington: blurry trees I the foreground and red bird that is focused on in the background seen through a small part of the trees. — During quarantine I walked around my neighborhood a lot. This red bird was sitting just on the other side of the bush from me.
Lawrenceville, Georgia
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Emma Walkington: Clear gradient blue sky with the moon in the distance. Telephone towers are in the foreground and middle ground. — During a Harvest moon on a road trip I captured the beauty.
Kentucky
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Emma Walkington: a gradient sky from blue at the top to yellow at the bottom. mountains are in the distance from the perspective of standing in the middle of the street with cars parked on the sides of the road. — This is how the streets look today in a historic Arizona town that existed when the state was founded in 1912.
Arizona
August 2021
Photo: Emma Walkington
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Mar 2021

Chris Onuoha: February Photographer of the Month

Interview by Olivia Goss/ Photos by Chris Onuoha Chris Onuoha, 22, from Newcastle, Britain, is our February Photographer of the Month winner. He competed against three others and his photo received the most votes. Chris […]

Chris Onuoha: People walking midday on a street in York Minster with Gothic towers rising up at the end of the street — York, England
February 2021
Photo: Chris Onuoha
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Chris Onuoha: Gothic style church tower seen a small distance away across the treetops — February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: Closeup of dock railing and shadows in water with white Whitley Bay Lighthouse and nearby buildings in the bacground — Saint Mary’s Island, England
February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: Neist Point - Long view of white lighthouse and lighthouse point buildings with ocean in the background — Skye, Scotland
February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: A view over a narrow bay with lowhills at water's edge under a cloudy sky with sunbeams breaking through — Skye, Scotland
February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: A lonely whte house reflected in a large pond backed by grass covered low hill — February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: — Skye, Scotland
February 2021
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Chris Onooha: Old Drone of Storr-An ariel view of bays and low hills on a foggy day — Skye, Scotland
February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: Black and white aerial view of a steep-sided valley with stream under a gray cloud-filled sky — February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: Horizon - Stormy dark clouds and rainstorms on the horizom of an aerial view of a broad green plainwith low hills in the foreground — February 2021
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Chris Onuoha: Young man with dark beard and short light brown dreads stands in front of brick wall with hands in dark hoodie pocket — Chris Onuoha, 22, from Newcastle, Britain, is our February Photographer of the Month winner. He competed against three other Photographer of the Week winners. His photo received the most votes.
We love the way his images capture the light, landscapes and historical architecture around him!
We interviewed Chris to get to know him better as a photographer and to share his advice for new photographers.
Read his full interview here on Bokeh Focus under STORIES.
February 2021
Photo: Chris Onuoha
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Mar 2021

Benjamin Thomlinson: Featured Photographer — Bokeh Focus Exhibit 2020

Benjamin Thomlinson was one of our eight featured photographers in our 3D, immersive, virtual Bokeh Focus Exhibit 2020 — The New World: Isolation. Biography Benjamin Thomlinson, from Atlanta, is a 25-year-old Winter 2020 graduate of […]

Observing how creative citizens can get with their diverse collection of masks that help keep them safe every day and encourage a robust social distancing atmosphere for everyone in the New Normal
October 12, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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Some cars have car fresheners in their dashboard; others may have baseball caps. In today’s New Normal, the dashboard ornament of choice is none other … than the N95!
October 12, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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A snapshot of several locals in Atlanta, with masks embedded in their everyday routine. As of late, masks have become interwoven into the “personal essentials” that one keeps on their person — phone, wallet, keys, MASK
October 4, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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A local worker progressing through the day, adhering to clean safety guidelines while still delivering excellent customer service
October 4, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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Cleaning duty has certainly not been put on the back burner in the New Normal. Most restaurants have either doubled or tripled their cleaning protocols
October 12, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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A sign posted on a storefront, encouraging all current and future patrons to adhere to COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
October 4, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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Individuals speaking at a public community forum with Cobb County police, encouraging voting and peaceful social action.
May 31, 2020<
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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In the wake of socio-political unrest, college students band together in full support of those affected by social injustice for a safe and peaceful protest and a community forum with Cobb County police.
May 31, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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Amid recent coronavirus climate, young adults unite for a socially distanced session, consisting of prayer, meditation and conversation about the current socio-political climate.
June 28, 2020<
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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In addition to adhering to mask mandates, a couple can still enjoy a fun and safe day outside the house.
October 4, 2020
Photo: Benjamin Thomlinson
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Sep 2020

Joshua Elliot: August Photographer of the Month Interview

Interview by Olivia Goss/ Photos by Joshua Elliot Joshua Elliot, 19, from Leeds, England, is our August Photographer of the Month winner. He competed against three other photographers for this title, and his photo received […]

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Aug 2020

Tyra Gathers: July Photographer of the Month Interview

Interview by Olivia Goss/ Photos by Tyra Gathers Tyra Gathers, 22, from Kennesaw, Georgia, is our July Photographer of the Month winner. She competed against four other photographers for this title and her photos received […]

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