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
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.
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.