And the 2008 Hampton Beach competition winner is ... "Japanese Garden"

Fralich said a recent visit to Japan inspired her sculpture. She took top honors in the competition in 2005 and 2006, too.

Official standings:
Fifth place: Salvadore, Daili, Llama
Fourth place: Forest Gumps
Third place: Tropical Paradise
Second place: Morning Bath
People's choice award: Tropical Paradise