Staff Picks: Favorite Snapshots from June/July 2023

<strong>Arlem Mora, Social Media Coordinator:</strong> I love the shoe-shaped chili oil at So Hot because it's a perfect blend of creativity and flavor that Jonathan brilliantly captured in his picture.
Arlem Mora, Social Media Coordinator: I love the shoe-shaped chili oil at So Hot because it's a perfect blend of creativity and flavor that Jonathan brilliantly captured in his picture.
<strong>Anna Porter, Graphic Design Intern:</strong> My favorite picture from this issue is the cover image for So Hot. The photo looks amazing in print because you can see all of the close-up details — you can almost taste the food through the pages!
Anna Porter, Graphic Design Intern: My favorite picture from this issue is the cover image for So Hot. The photo looks amazing in print because you can see all of the close-up details — you can almost taste the food through the pages!
<strong>Lauren Morris, Editor:</strong> This is my favorite photo from the issue because it’s Prison Mike, and “The Office” is my all-time favorite show! Beware the dementors!
Lauren Morris, Editor: This is my favorite photo from the issue because it’s Prison Mike, and “The Office” is my all-time favorite show! Beware the dementors!
<strong>Tara Croft, Copy Editor:</strong> I love the high-five photo in the Graffiti article. The energy of this photo is infectious. Jonathan captured that moment of pure joy and camaraderie perfectly, and I feel like I'm there celebrating with them. I don't know Kara, but I'm proud of her!
Tara Croft, Copy Editor: I love the high-five photo in the Graffiti article. The energy of this photo is infectious. Jonathan captured that moment of pure joy and camaraderie perfectly, and I feel like I'm there celebrating with them. I don't know Kara, but I'm proud of her!
<strong>Kris Schultz, Publisher:</strong> Todd Mozingo because…Todd Mozingo.
Kris Schultz, Publisher: Todd Mozingo because…Todd Mozingo.
<strong>Dena Daw, Staff Writer:</strong> A cotton candy vending machine that makes creations shaped like flowers and hearts?! Are you kidding me, that’s the cutest thing ever!
Dena Daw, Staff Writer: A cotton candy vending machine that makes creations shaped like flowers and hearts?! Are you kidding me, that’s the cutest thing ever!
<strong>Corey Roberts, Distribution Technician:</strong> The Urban Air shot shows the growth of the local population and the growth of activities for people of all ages. Urban Air is a great new addition to the Wake Competition Center and the community!
Corey Roberts, Distribution Technician: The Urban Air shot shows the growth of the local population and the growth of activities for people of all ages. Urban Air is a great new addition to the Wake Competition Center and the community!
<strong>David McCreary, Food Writer:</strong> The Movers & Shakers section was particularly stunning to me. For example, somehow photographer Jonathan Fredin managed to capture the effervescence of Panther Creek High's Ryan Doggett and the radiance of Sassool's Simone Lawson.
David McCreary, Food Writer: The Movers & Shakers section was particularly stunning to me. For example, somehow photographer Jonathan Fredin managed to capture the effervescence of Panther Creek High's Ryan Doggett and the radiance of Sassool's Simone Lawson.
<strong>David McCreary, Food Writer:</strong> The Movers & Shakers section was particularly stunning to me. For example, somehow photographer Jonathan Fredin managed to capture the effervescence of Panther Creek High's Ryan Doggett and the radiance of Sassool's Simone Lawson.
David McCreary, Food Writer: The Movers & Shakers section was particularly stunning to me. For example, somehow photographer Jonathan Fredin managed to capture the effervescence of Panther Creek High's Ryan Doggett and the radiance of Sassool's Simone Lawson.

We recently asked our editorial team to choose their favorite pictures from the June/July issue, because double issues are double the fun! From floral-inspired fairy floss and shoe-shaped chili oil, our team selected an assortment of images that made quite the impression this summer. Enjoy!