IPPA photo galleries galore! iBOP, iSBOP and convention event photos all up!

The IPPA iBOP, iSBOP, Multimedia contest winner and convention party pic galleries are up! Check them out below:

2007 IPPA iBOP Winners Gallery2007 - Photos from the 2007 iBOP winners
http://www.ippaonline.com/images/ibop2007/index.html

Judged March 28, 2008 at the Illini Media Company in Champaign, IL, by:

- Rod Mar, The Seattle Times
- Jessica Dimmock, Freelance
- Lori Grinker, Freelance
- David Stephenson from The Lexington Herald-Leader

Contest administered by Matt Grotto, Daily Southtown and Joel Lerner, Pioneer Press.

2007 IPPA iSBOP Winners Photos from the 2007 iSBOP winners
http://ippaonline.com/images/isbop2007/index.html

Judged March 28, 2008 at the Illini Media Company in Champaign, IL, by:
- Karen Kring, Picture This Projects
- Stephen Haas, Decatur Herald & Review
- Chase Chase Agnello-Dean, Red Eye

Contest administered by Stacie Freudenberg, Freelance.

IPPA iBOP Multimedia Contest winners (announced earlier this week)

Judged by:
- Ken Harper, MediaStorm, Iron Clad Images and Syracuse University
- Colin Mulvany, The Spokesman-Review and Mastering Multimedia
- Zach Wise, Las Vegas Sun and DigitalArtwork.net

Contest administered by Will Sullivan, St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

And now, what you’re really looking for, the party pics!

2008 IPPA Convention Event PhotosIPPA Convention 2008 Event Photos
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/ippa2008/show/

IPPA Convention 2008 at the Illini Media Company in Champaign, IL from March 28-30. Photos courtesy of Joel Lerner, Brian D. Wallace and a bunch of other people on Flickr.

Special thanks to Mark Black, Daily Herald; Steve Warmowski, freelance?; and Scott Strazzante, Chicago Tribune who are the big dogs that help make all of this possible.

IPPA Clip contest points through February 2008

1-184- John Badman
2-114- John Starks
3–94–Fred Zwicky
4–84–Adam Gerik
5–74–Ron Johnson
Matt Dayhoff
7–54–John Dixon
8–52–Eric Sumberg
9–42–Jon Cunningham
Kate Szrom
11-37–Carlos Miranda
12-34–Steve Johnston

IPPA Feb. 2008 Clip Contest results

Results for Feb. clips are in. NOTE: ONLY 16 PEOPLE ENTERED CLIPS FOR MARCH. AND ONLY 2 MULTIPLE FEATURE ENTRIES!! COME ON GUYS!!!!!

Judges for February were the Utica(NY) Observer-Dispatch’ s William Cannon, Multimedia Editor; Mike Doherty, Staff Photographer; Nicole Cvetnic, Staff Photographer

News
1st
Photographer: Eric Sumberg
Publication: Daily Chronicle
Date Published: 02/15/08
Description: NIU student Prays
Judges Comments: This image had a single, clean and strong moment that displays the heavy heart readers felt following the event. The inclusion of a good quote in the cutline should be commended.
2nd
Photographer: John Badman
Publication: The Telegraph
Date Published: 02-13-08
Description: Alton fire
Judges Comments: Clearly a quick response by the photographer led to an up close and clean shot of the fire and the resident.
3rd
Photographer: Carlos T. Miranda
Publication: The Pantagraph
Date Published: 02-16-08
Description: Between the crosses
Judges Comments: The photographer clearly thought through the composition and captured a quiet, real moment.
News Category Comments: There was a lot of debate between 2nd and 3rd place. It came down to a tough vote between the three judges.
Feature
1st
Photographer: John Badman
Publication: The telegraph
Date Published: 02-15-08
Description: eagle snack
Judges Comments: An incredible image that is tack sharp and has great detail.
2nd
Photographer: Fred Zwicky
Publication: Journal Star
Date Published: 2/14/08
Description: Puppy love
Judges Comments: Cute clean moment. The dogs eye looking at the squinting human was a nice connection.
3rd
Photographer: John Starks
Publication: Daily Herald
Date Published: 02-19-08
Description: snow jumper
Judges Comments: Beautiful image. Excellent choice of exposure that adds to the mood.
Feature Category Comments: This was the strongest of al the categories for the month.
Feature
1st
Photographer: John Badman
Publication: The telegraph
Date Published: 02-15-08
Description: eagle snack
Judges Comments: An incredible image that is tack sharp and has great detail.
2nd
Photographer: Fred Zwicky
Publication: Journal Star
Date Published: 2/14/08
Description: Puppy love
Judges Comments: Cute clean moment. The dogs eye looking at the squinting human was a nice connection.
3rd
Photographer: John Starks
Publication: Daily Herald
Date Published: 02-19-08
Description: snow jumper
Judges Comments: Beautiful image. Excellent choice of exposure that adds to the mood.
Feature Category Comments: This was the strongest of al the categories for the month.
Feature Multiple
1st
Photographer: John Dixon
Publication: The News-Gazette
Date Published: 02-10-08
Description: Biggest game
Judges Comments: This package had a clear image that anchored it.
2nd
Photographer: Kate Szrom
Publication: Naperville Sun
Date Published: 2/24/08
Description: Life’s work
Judges Comments: Nice package, but if they are a family then follow them home. The images do not say “family” only “teammates”.
3rd
Photographer: Steve Johnston
Publication: Pioneer Press
Date Published: 02-28-08
Description: Tine dancers
Judges Comments: This package lacks a single standout image that anchors it and give a basis to build. You need one strong shot that shows their size and the motion of dance.
Feature Category Comments: This was the weakest category.

Sports

1st
Photographer: John Starks
Publication: Daily Herald
Date Published: 02-29-08
Description: Morris dives and slaps
Judges Comments: Nice tight shot of peak sports action. The eye of the subject looking at the all took this to the top.


2nd
Photographer: Matt Dayhoff
Publication: Peoria Journal Star
Date Published: 2-24-08
Description: Maniscalco with his tongue hanging
Judges Comments: Nice action with an unusual expression. Nicely lit as well.



3rd
Photographer: Adam Gerik
Publication: the Journal Star
Date Published: 02-05-08
Description: Hockey fight
Judges Comments: The contact of fists and eyes is what made this a strong sports photo.


HM
Photographer: Carlos Miranda
Publication: The Pantagraph
Date Published: 02-23-08
Description: Bloodied basketball player
Judges Comments: A lot of debate went into ranking this photo. The unusual moment which was commendable was clouded by a very cluttered image.


Sports Category Comments: Third place was debated but the cleanliness of the third place image gave it the avantage.

Illinois Best of Photojournalism Multimedia Contest 2007 final results

Illinois Best of Photojournalism Multimedia Contest 2007 Results:

Individual Video Project
1st - “Prison dogs” Alex Garcia, Chicago Tribune
2nd - “Charting success for Sensual Shoe Salon in Bronzeville” Chris Walker, Chicago Tribune
3rd - “Skateboard escape” Alex Garcia, Chicago Tribune

Team Video Project
1st - “Acrobatic flight” Carlos T. Miranda, The Pantagraph
2nd - “Mooseheart” Stacey Wescott and Bonnie Trafelet, Chicago Tribune
3rd - “What do you want for Christmas?” John Starks and Vince Pierri, Daily Herald

Individual Slide Show
1st - “Our hidden poor” Kuni Takahashi, Chicago Tribune
2nd - “The paintball project” Chris Walker, Chicago Tribune
3rd - “After tragedy, a new life” Kuni Takahashi, Chicago Tribune

Team Slide Show
1st - “On the ice” Bonnie Trafelet and Chris Walker, Chicago Tribune
2nd - “For the love of bears” Wes Pope, Nancy Stone and Stacey Wescott, Chicago Tribune
3rd - “Illini crew” Beck Diefenbach, Erica Magda and Patrick Traylor, Daily Illini
HM - “Mogadishu: The mental cost of chronic war” Paul Salopek, Kuni Takahashi and Meg Theno, Chicago Tribune
HM - “A beacon of hope” Mark Hume and Kuni Takahashi, Chicago Tribune

Individual Multimedia Projects
1st - “Guinea worm” Wes Pope, Chicago Tribune
2nd - “The hidden homeless” Chris Hankins, Daily Herald
3rd - “McHenry County Fair Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5 ” John Starks, Daily Herald

Team Multimedia Projects
1st - “Inside the surge” Aamer Madhani, Dahleen Glanton, Tom Van Dyke, David Jahntz, Adam Zoll, Rick Tuma, Kuni Takahashi, Meg Theno, Mark Hume, John Owens, Brad Piper, Dwayne Pallanti, Stephen Ravenscraft and Geng Wang, Chicago Tribune
2nd - “Reporting for duty” Phillip O’Connor, David Carson, Rich Rokicki, Brian Williamson, Jean Buchanan, Mike Florio, Gabe Hartwig Sid Hastings, Larry Coyne and Elie Gardner, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
3rd - “Antartica: Signs of the Grea Thaw” Chris Walker, William Mullen, Sur-Lyn Erbeck, Phil Geib and Rick Tuma, Chicago Tribune
HM - “The Beekeepers” Christopher Booker, Josè M. Osorio, Chicago Tribune

IPPA Wedding Photo night in Chicago coming April 20

You do weddings? Whether it’s once in a while or frequently, let’s get together, learn from each other, network and get better. We’ll have an afternoon of discussion on marketing; share research on pricing; talk about experiences; lay out some plans for working as part of the IPPA.

Hosted by Jason Brown of Hart & Brown Photography www.hartbrownphoto.com. With Steve & Tiffany Warmowski of www.WarmowskiPhotography.com.

Wedding Photo Night

1 p.m. Sunday April 20th in Chicago

RSVP to photojb78@yahoo.com

2619 N. Troy St  Unit E Chicago 60647

Located near Logan Square at Kedzie & Milwaukee. Park on Logan Boulevard, or ring 312.844.0258 to get a day permit closer to Jason’s place.

IPPA Monthly Clip Contest Winners List Month: January 2008

IPPA Monthly Clip Contest Winners List Month: January 2008Date Clips Received:3/10/ 08

Date Judged:3/20/ 08

Date Returned:3/25/ 08

Judges: Bruce Shields, Photo Editor - Brian Reynolds, Picture Editor - Alan Warren, Staff Photographer

News

1st

Photographer: Fred Zwicky

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published:  January 16 2008

Description: Soldier’s body is returned home

Judges Comments: The emotion of this photo made this the clear winner in the category. The soldier in the background gives the photo depth and instantly communicates the context. 

2nd

Photographer: Ron Johnson

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published: Jan. 16, 2008

Description: 40 days of prayer service

Judges Comments: This was an image that could easily have won the category. The raised hands echoed throughout the photo really draws the reader in and communicates power of the moment. 

3rd

Photographer: Matt Dayhoff

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published: Jan. 11, 2008

Description: Funeral for a high school football player

Judges Comments:This was a great moment, unfortunately, the tight confines of the hallway limited the way it could be shot. 


Honorable Mention

Photographer: David Zentz

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published: Jan 4, 2008

Description: Fire victims

Judges Comments: This was a nice moment, well shot. We felt it didn’t quite rise to the level of the other three but it was a compelling photo that deserved recognition. 

News Catagory Comments: There were not as many entries in this category as we would have expected. The top 4 entries were all the clear winners.

Feature

1st

Photographer: John Badman

Publication: The Telegraph

Date Published: Jan. 30, 2008

Description: Tug of war

Judges Comments: Tug of War often produces good photos but these kid’s faces really tell the story. We loved the fact that one of the kids is wearing a suit.

2nd

Photographer: John Badman

Publication: The Telegraph

Date Published: Jan, 8, 2008

Description: Cloudy swinging

Judges Comments: Kids in a park is a staple of standalone features. The cloudy sky and the backlit swingers makes for a striking photo. 

3rd

Photographer: John Starks

Publication: Daily Herald

Date Published: Jan. 22, 2008

Description: Melting Icicles 

Judges Comments: This is beautifully shot. The falling droplets are very striking. 

Feature Category Comments: Not very many entries in this category and very few “found” situations. Some beautiful photos though.


Sports

1st

Photographer: Adam Gerik

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published:jan. 17, 2008

Description: Hockey head dive

Judges Comments: This was both a great action shot and a funny moment. How many times have you seen a hockey player leap over the goalie and do a header into the goal. 

2nd

Photographer: John Cunningham

Publication: Freelance/ The Naperville Sun

Date Published: Jan. 27, 2008

Description: Wrestling headstand

Judges Comments: Another unusual sports photo with both wrestlers standing on their heads. Well shot and great peak action.

3rd

Photographer: Ron Johnson

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published: jan. 24, 2008

Description: Basketball jubilation

Judges Comments: This was a great celebration shot that could easily have won the category if the winning action shots hadn’t been so good. The player screaming in the background is a nice touch. 

Honorable Mention

Photographer: Ron Johnson

Publication: The Journal Star

Date Published: Jan. 30, 2008

Description: Falling handoff

Judges Comments: A great basketball shot that doesn’t show the basket. The player’s concentration really shows through in the photo. 

Honorable Mention

Photographer: Steve Warmowski

Publication: Jacksonville Journal-Courier

Date Published: Jan. 30, 2008

Description: Trapped ball

Judges Comments: The ball trapped against this player’s face makes this a winner. 

Sports Category Comments: There were a ton of entries in this category and many, many great shots. 


NOTE FROM ROBIN: There are no winners for multiple feature because there were no entries in the catagory!!!! Come on you guys!

CLIP POINT TOTALS

1-92-John Badman

2-72-Ron Johnson

3-52-Adam Gerik

-Fred Zwicky

5-42-John Cunningham

6-32-Matt Dayhoff

-John Starks

8-7-Steve Warmowski

-David Zentz

Everyone else who entered in January has 2 points.

Senate passes bill to preserve press access to public high school competitive events!

The Illinois Press Association brings good news for photographers dealing with the whole IHSA battle:

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Senate today voted 47-5 in
favor of a bill that would prohibit the Illinois High
School Association from regulating the use of news
images and media access to public high school
competitions.

An identical bill, HB 4582, is pending in the House of
Representatives.

“This is good news coming out of the Senate,” said P.
Carter Newton, president of the Illinois Press
Association, which drafted SB 1997. He said that
“being able to control our content is a core issue.”

“We are very happy that the Senate overwhelmingly
approved this bill,” said Dave Bennett, executive
director of the IPA. “It has been our position from
the beginning,” Bennett said, “that newspapers should
be entitled to control all of their products, and that
it’s not up to the IHSA to determine how we operate
our business.

“This vote indicates that the Senate agrees,” he
continued. “We’re optimistic that this bill will have
a similar reception when it passes over to the House.”

The legislation was prompted after the IHSA refused to
allow field access to five newspapers during the state
high school football championships last fall. Those
newspapers refused to agree to not make their photos
available for sale. Newspapers also were banned from
floor access during wrestling and cheerleading
tournaments.

The IPA, which drafted the legislation, also is in
litigation with the IHSA over the same issues.

The IHSA contracts with a Wisconsin company for
exclusive rights to sell photos from the tournament
games.

“I think the IHSA is really wrong on this,” Sen. James
A. DeLeo, D-Chicago, and the bill’s sponsor said from
the Senate floor. He said he thinks it’s wrong that a
parent has to go to a Wisconsin company to purchase a
championship photo from an Illinois public high school
event. He indicated that he believes public school
competitions should be as open as public school board
meetings.

Sen. Susan Garrett, D-Highwood, who co-sponsored the
bill, said the IHSA should not be “able to monopolize
photography” of high school sports. “That should be
open to anybody,” she said during a brief but vigorous
debate about the bill.

Sen. David Luechtefeld, R-Okawville, voted for the
bill but said he would prefer that the matter be
settled by the courts. “I don’t believe it’s our place
to deal with it,” he said.

Sen. J. Bradley Burzynski, R-Sycamore, opposed the
bill. “This is about money,” he said. He said
newspapers are not prohibited by the IHSA from
covering events - only selling photos - and he echoed
IHSA warnings that schools might have to pay more to
belong to the IHSA if the bill becomes law.

Sen. William R. Haine, D-Alton, noted that the profit
interest from selling tournament photos is narrow for
newspapers. He indicated that he thinks the bill is in
the best interest of parents who want photos.

Sen. Rickey Hendon, D-Chicago, noted that there is a
big difference between high school competitions and
professional sports. He said he hopes the media will
take note of the support shown in the Senate for press
freedom.

Read more about the bill