Show Us Your Trophies

By Lora Lee Gelles

Published on June 28, 2024

Cheers to the 2024 Water Artisan of the Year Winners

Thomas VanAmerongen, Niagra Waterscapes — “We are honored to be recognized in general but to be recognized by other top-tier experts in our field of work is humbling! Grateful for the pond industry and all the help others are so willing to offer. We are inspired by others daily and hope we can do the same in the years to come!”

– Thomas VanAmerongen, Niagra Waterscap es

Bradley Blocksom, Pondscapes of Charlotte — “In unity we find strength. The team at Pondscapes
of Charlotte is honored to win this award”

– Bradley Blocksom
Pondscapes of Charlotte

Michael Donas, Donas Outdoor Living — “We could not be more honored to receive this award. This achievement would not have been possible without our incredible team and the amazing customers we have the privilege to serve!”

–Michael J. Donas
Donas Outdoor Living

Ryan Schroeder and Jose Santiago, C.E. Pontz Sons — “Thank you to everyone who’s voted for us over the years. We have tons of awesome projects coming in 2024, and we’re already looking forward to entering our submissions for next year!”

– Bobby Kenyon (Ryan Schroeder and Jose Santiago)
C.E. Pontz Son

Water artisans creating natural pond features for the contest 2026.

Water artisans celebrating at the 2026 WATY Leaderboard event.

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