This past September, photographers from around the world raced to showcase their creativity in our most recent Licensing Rush competitionand the results are finally in! For a whole month, participants pushed their limits to get as many exclusive photos accepted to 500px Licensing, earning bonus points for every photo with an attached model release.Now, its time to reveal the top three photographers who captured the spotlight and will be taking home cash prizes!In first place is AllNeaOlha Dobosh$300 US prize. Olha, an exceptional 500px Licensing contributor, claims first place in this Licensing Rush with an impressive 1,997 points! Out of 1,103 accepted photos, 894 included model releases, doubling their point value. Olhas portfolio focuses on authentic lifestyle moments centered around travel, creativity, adventure, connection, and family. Her talent lies in capturing different models in real, relatable moments, making each shoot feel dynamic and genuine.Coming in second place is PetervanHaastrechtPeter van Haastrecht$150 US prize. Taking the silver medal with a score of 597 points is Peter van Haastrecht. With 577 new photos accepted, Peter earned bonus points for model releases attached to 20 photos. Peters Licensing series showcases stunning landscapes during golden hour and interesting architecture. Peters photos highlight not only the beauty of nature but also that of man-made structures, rich with history and purpose.The third place prize goes to a new contributor almeidawilsonWilson Almeida$50 US prize. New to 500px, Wilson Almeida has quickly made a name for himself, earning third place in the Licensing Rush with 466 points. Despite not using models and missing out on bonus points, Wilson secured the bronze with 466 stunning new photos. His portfolio showcases a mix of vibrant landscapes and beautifully plated food, two timeless and always-demand categories in commercial photography.With over a thousand photographers participating and more than nine thousand photos submitted, Septembers Licensing Rush was highly competitive. The additional bonus for model-released content made the challenge even greater, but 500px photographers rose to the challenge with remarkable creativity and skill.Opt in for 500px Licensing News to stay in the know and watch out for the next Licensing Rush announcement, for your chance to win!Check out our Licensing Quests for more opportunities to win prizes.Not on 500px yet? Click here to learn about Licensing with 500px.The post And the winners of Septembers Licensing Rush are appeared first on 500px.