Northwest – July 2023 – Photo Story/Essay

Judges Comments

1. We applaud this photographer’s commitment to covering many unique angles of this challenging story. That commitment lead to intimate moments and great visual variety. Being there for seizures in real time is impressive. It is evident that subjects felt very comfortable around the photographer. 2. Such a creative photo story idea. This story has beautiful exchanges between nuns as well as powerful action shots of them on the ranch. The visual contrast of a nun as a ranch hand evokes joy and even surrealism. Excellent eye. 3. We love this eye-catching and action packed story. The variety of shots (establishing and detail shots) allow us to really feel like we are there. The last shot of a silhouetted high five is the perfect ender for a story like this. Feel good story.

Judges: Olivia Falcigno/freelance, Sarah Silbiger/freelance