Junior Shorthorn enthusiasts gathering from 28 states competed in the 2021 National Junior Shorthorn Show & Youth Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, June 21-26.

Not only did the juniors compete with their animals, but had the opportunity to compete in 15 individual, team, or state contests, including photography.

The photography contest was all about the best “Shorthorn picture” and Lomega’s Kase Glazier took second place in the Prospector II division (ages 10-12 years).

Candid shots, scenic pasture views - any picture featuring a Shorthorn were critiqued and scored.

The entries were judged based on quality of the image, positioning, originality, creativity, emphasis on Shorthorns, as well as the overall appeal.

In addition, there was a digital photography contest for the intermediate and senior divisions.

The digital photography contest allowed exhibitors to not only show their creativeness behind the lens, but also behind the computer.

Exhibitors in this contest were allowed to enhance or alter an agricultural photo for judging.

“The National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference is every bit as much about the contests and the educational aspect from that as it is the cattle show,” said Montie Soules, executive secretary/CEO of the American Shorthorn Association.

“The youth of this breed pride themselves in participating in a number of contests. This provides leadership and communication skills for those junior exhibitors that will advance them in their lifelong goals.”