Rehoboth photographer Ann Haislett wins at international show

Rehoboth Beach photographer and studio manager Ann Haislett of Yesteryears Photographic Emporium was recognized with a major award at the 2012 Antique and Amusement Photographers International Photo Contest held in Tampa, Fla. Haislett placed first in the Best Staff Portrait category for her card playing-themed portrait of owners Shirley and Jim Miller and the 2011 studio staff.

Haislett placed in an additional four categories, including placing third in Best On Location, and received three honorable mention awards. Other photographers representing Yesteryears placed in three additional categories.

Yesteryears Photographic Emporium, specializing in old time photos and beach portraits, is at 21 Rehoboth Ave. in Rehoboth Beach.

The annual photo competition attracts hundreds of entries representing photo studios across the United States, Canada and Europe. AAPI is an association of professional photographers specializing in antique or old-time photos, special event photography, and historical re-enactment and amusement portraits. For more information and to view the first-place winning portraits, go to oldtimephotos.org.