Thus,Storm Photos of the Yearaffectionately known as The Stormyswas born.
Now in its second year, the contest has just announced winners across three categories.
His powerful photograph shows a twister descending upon a town in Texas.
Storm Photo of the Year, 1st Place (Photo: Alexis Mallard)
Beautifully composed, the photo shows the rich textures of the cyclone.
The final category, Photographer of the Year, was judged based on a 10-image portfolio.
WinnerAmy Howardwas awarded third place in last year’s portfolio contest but jumped ahead of the others this year.
Tornado Photo of the Year, 1st Place (Photo: Everett Occhipinti)
The motivation for making this contest is to reward those who work so hard every year, shares Oblinski.
I see the images that cross my Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter timelines all day.
Many of them are mind-blowing, and then they disappear down the newsfeed and thats it.
Storm Photographer of the Year, 1st Place (Photo: Amy Howard)
My hope is to recognize your efforts, hard work, epic photos and reward you for that.
Given the quality of the photos and the recognition they’re receiving, Oblinski has certainly accomplished his mission.
Storm Photos of the Year celebrates incredible storm photography from around the world.
Storm Photo of the Year, 2nd Place (Photo: Brett Wright)
Storm Photo of the Year, 3rd Place (Photo: Enric Bachs)
Storm Photographer of the Year, 2nd Place (Photo: Tim Baca)
Storm Photographer of the Year, 1st Place (Photo: Amy Howard)
Storm Photographer of the Year, 1st Place (Photo: Amy Howard)
Tornado Photo of the Year, 3rd Place (Photo: William Reid)
Storm Photographer of the Year, 2nd Place (Photo: Tim Baca)
Tornado Photo of the Year, 2nd Place (Photo: Isaac Polanski)
