Pictorial (PIC)
A picture that exploits the graphic or aesthetic qualities of the subject with an emphasis on composition.

Honorable Mention,
Patrick Tehan, The San Jose Mercury News

"Old Glory" A U.S. Marine helps hold up a giant flag during the national anthem before an Oakland Raiders game in Oakland, California.

Pictorial Winners

1st
Jeff Hutchens, National Geographic Channels International
2nd
Jeff Widener, The Honolulu Advertiser
3rd
Taylor Jones, The Palm Beach Post
HM
Eric Mencher, The Philadelphia Inquirer
HM
Alex Majoli, Magnum (for Newsweek)
HM
Patrick Tehan, The San Jose Mercury News

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