For the second consecutive year, John M. Lafferty of Holmes Beach is the winner of Top Notch judging, this time with his image of an egret catching the breeze on the rail of a boat. Lafferty is the grand-prize winner, earning $100 from The Islander and an assortment of gift certificates from sponsor advertisers — Cupcake Delights, Slim’s Place, AMI Beach Fun Rentals, Blue Marlin, Beach Shop, Mister Roberts and SteamDesigns Studio. Congratulations and keep on clicking the shutter. Next week: Honorable mentions and our 2016 Top Notch Pet Photo winner.
