It is a tie.

You all win.

Can I do that? I think I may be one of the worst judges of photos.

I love Jayson's snowflake shots. I've tried something similar and have yet to get one I really like. Then Zach comes in with some more macro work that I am finding mesmerizing with both great colors, a bit of contrast and detail. Love the low contrast B&W by Patrick. Very nicely done and a slight different twist, a bit of a "1970's" feel to it. Then, great eagle shot by Joel. Looks to have a bit of extra sharpening (clarity/texture/etc) but that just adds to the feeling of potential energy about to be released.

So, how to decide..... I could see the snowflake on a wall or being used somehow. It is perfectly parallel to the image sensor/focus plane which really stands out. Yep...I am going with it.

Winner is Jayson and "Snowflake"

Great photos everyone. Thanks...Brant