• IPPA Feb. 2008 Clip Contest results

    No comments yetPosted in Clip ContestApr 19, 2008

    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.
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  • IPPA Clip contest points through February 2008

    No comments yetPosted in Clip ContestApr 19, 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
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