Instagram photo challenge – September shortlist

Thank you to everyone who shared their photos in our September photo challenge – we’re really pleased to reveal our shortlisted photographers and the winner’s picture will be printed in the December issue of In The Moment Magazine, which goes on sale on 14 November.

Don’t forget to check out our October photo challenge too.

Emerging from a sunset swim. It was beautiful, but a bit chilly after the sun went down. I also had close encounters with two jellyfish! Didn’t get stung though, and so, so worth it! #nofilter #marbella #sea #sunsetswim #itmphotochallenge

A post shared by Hannah Bellis (@supperhans) on Sep 13, 2017 at 9:35am PDT

Perfect place for our morning wild swim! 😍🙌🏼🐠 . . . #cornwall #polzeath #wildswim #wildswimming #camping #adventure #adventurers #outdoors #honeymoonadventures #justmarried #naturelover #quarryswim #raffkinroadtrip #explore #rowboats #adventureawaits #rowingboats #itmphotochallenge

A post shared by Ellyse 🍁 (@peaceellyse) on Sep 1, 2017 at 6:15am PDT

@inthemomentmag This is Chincoteague Island, Virginia, USA. It’s a National Wildlife Refuge on the Atlantic Ocean with beaches and wild ponies. My family and I spent a few days here in August, where I snapped this picture. Funny thing is, while we were enjoying this beautiful view my husband asked, what would your mindfulness books say about this experience right now? I laughed and said, they would probably tell me to put my camera away, be present and enjoy the moment. And I did just that. But at the same time, I am so happy to have gotten this picture as a reminder of that moment and our conversation. Balance in all things. ❤️ #itmphotochallenge #chincoteagueisland #chincoteague #summer #mindfulness #meditation #LoveVA

A post shared by Abbie: Meditating Yoga Newbie (@mindful_rn) on Sep 18, 2017 at 7:29am PDT

This is a prime example of why a love walking. Impromptu trip down the canal with my friend and her dad…tottering along and we come across this little shop – you pay by popping your money in the honesty box. How lovely to see that other people have faith in people’s honesty and kindness ❤️🙏🏻. Also, today started off on a dodgy note, I’ll call it a ‘blip’ but relaxing and taking a step back, by the end of the day it’s been a blooming lovely one PLUS my best friend told me she’s engaged 😀. #keepwalking #honestybox #havefaith #homemadejam #craftstall #mentalhealthrecovery #anxietyrecovery #relax #justbreathe #shoplocal #quirkyshop #mentalhealthawareness #countrylife #shropshirecanal #canalwalks #shropshireunioncanal #siguecaminando #cartas #towit #ITMphotochallenge

A post shared by Katie 🐝 (@katiecontemplates) on Oct 8, 2017 at 9:40am PDT

@inthemomentmag A calming moment in New Zealand Queenstown on a secluded beach away from the crowds of tourists. In the moment I made a balancing rock stack and sat there peacefully with the beautiful mountainous landscape ahead of me • • • • #ITMphotochallenge #calm #peaceful #newzealand #rockbalancing #rockstack #queenstown #beach #mountains #landscape #beautiful #mycalmmoment #peacefulplace #peacefulmoment #lake #travel #quiet #photochallenge #5minutesofhappiness #photocompetition

A post shared by Katie Deacon (@curly_katie) on Oct 11, 2017 at 3:11am PDT

As we travel through Europe with our campervan, we get to park our humble home in lots of different places. Finding a suitable spot can be quite tricky and that makes it all the more adventurous. Sometimes we discover a true gem, like today. We spent two hours just watching the sun set in the beautiful landscape and being truly thankful. #calmmoment #homeiswhereyouparkit #vanlife #ourcamplife #vanlifediaries @inthemomentmag #ITMphotochallenge

A post shared by OnceUponToday (@onceupontoday) on Oct 15, 2017 at 11:02am PDT

#itmphotochallenge @inthemomentmag my moment of calm on top of Pico do Arieiro in Madeira. Having a quiet moment with my Dad on what would have been his 92nd birthday. A special place because he was here during #ww2 and I feel close to him every year when I visit on his birthday 💙 #love #mydad #birthday #dadsanddaughters #specialmoments #happydays #travel #travelphotography #instagood #picoftheday #mountains #picodoarieiro #wanderlust #photooftheday #traveler #writersofinstagram #landscape #skyscape #bluesky #mountains

A post shared by Sarah Parry-Jones (@sarahparryjonesdotcom) on Oct 16, 2017 at 2:14pm PDT

My #itmphotochallenge @inthemomentmag this was taken by my friend whilst looking out at the beautiful view of #applecross #scotland last month. Just taking time to reflect on nature’s beauty 👌🏼

A post shared by Pauline (@poppytailsandtrails) on Oct 12, 2017 at 2:09pm PDT

My #calmmoment exploring the world and sharing new experiences with my son is my best medicine. This photo is one of many I have and I cherish it so much because it brings me pure joy looking at it. Funny enough I’m talking about the calm moment in the most chaotic day as Ireland gets hit with the Ophelia storm. @inthemomentmag #ITMphotochallenge

A post shared by Alicja (@inlovewithcameras) on Oct 16, 2017 at 1:14pm PDT

Well done to everyone who made the shortlist and good luck with the next challenge!