PV Photo Contest: Spring in Portola Valley — 2026 Winners
This year’s contest brought together photographers of all ages and experience levels—from seasoned photographers to first-time participants using their cell phones. Thank you for making this event such a meaningful celebration of Portola Valley’s natural beauty and community spirit.
We also extend our gratitude to everyone who visited the exhibit, cast votes, and supported the artists.
Adult (18+) Landscape
Sharon Lee Humphrey’s
Rainbow after a spring rain
Adult (18+) Native Plant
Springtime blooming fairy-lanterns (also know as white globe lily/calochortus albus) on Toyon Trail, April 9, 2026
Amy Iftekhar
Adult (18+) People/Portraits
Elizaveta Eren
Best Friends Forever
In the whispers of the vale. In the silence of the glens. Evening sun was slowly setting. Through the eye of my lens.
Adult (18+) Wildlife
Karin Garrett
Slug Life
Banana slug on the Cervantes Trail.
STUDENT (UNDER 18) Landscape
Camilla Khiari
Iris After California Rain
STUDENT (UNDER 18) Native Plant
Penelope Zilka
Bubble moss
STUDENT (UNDER 18) People/Portraits
Ella Whittaker
Portrait of my dog sunbathing on a spring day.
STUDENT (UNDER 18) Wildlife
West Wilson
Colors of Spring
Yellow-rumped Warbler at Windy Hill Preserve