South – January 2024 – Portrait

Judges Comments

First place rose to the top with a great use of light and space. Felt the portrait matched the context of the story and enhanced it. Second place was a great choice of vantage point to make a strong creative image. For third, we both love when what could be thought of as a run of the mill assignment in a challenging location visually is shot so creatively. Honorable mention had a good incorporation of the dancing to enhance the portrait.

Judges: Chris Day/The Commercial Appeal, Billy Schuerman/The Virginian Pilot