Our Bandit photograph of a Cedar Waxwing took home a Bronze award in the 7th Annual International Imaging competition. Earning a Bronze Award at the International Imaging Competition from Masters Photographers International (MPI) in the Fine Art category is a meaningful milestone in our photographic journey, one that speaks to both creative vision and technical excellence. The Fine Art category is especially challenging, as images are judged not only on impact and execution, but on originality, emotional depth, and the photographer’s ability to communicate a story beyond the literal subject. Receiving a bronze distinction at this level means the image resonated with a panel of highly respected, internationally accredited judges, each bringing decades of experience and a refined artistic eye to the competition. For us, this award represents countless hours spent refining composition, light, tone, and intent, as well as the courage to present a deeply personal piece of work to an international audience. Fine art photography is about slowing down, seeing differently, and trusting intuition, and this recognition affirms that those quiet, deliberate creative choices matter. The MPI International Imaging Competition is known worldwide for its rigorous standards, making any award a significant accomplishment, and a bronze is far from a consolation—it is a mark of professional merit and artistic credibility. This achievement fuels our passion to continue pushing creative boundaries, evolving our style, and creating fine art images that invite viewers to pause, feel, and connect. It is both an honour and a motivation to keep growing as artists within the global photography community.