Jury Chair: Cary Garrison
Judges: Florina Romser, Tami Mohs, Dawn Muncy, Tom Krekow, Toni Harryman
Number of Images: 201
Number of entrants: 35
Judging: July 9, 2022
Host: PrintCompetition.com
Image Competition Chair: Lori Probst
2022 Image Competition Results
Photographer of Year
Master
The Photographer of the Year, Master, is bestowed upon the master photographer who has earned their Master's Degree with the National PPA and achieved the highest cumulative top 4 case score. This prestigious recognition celebrates this accomplished photographer's exceptional talent, expertise, and consistency. By evaluating their performance across their four best cases, MOPPA honors the photographer who has consistently delivered outstanding imagery, showcasing their mastery of the craft.
Angela Hughes
Undone
Come Play With Me
Unmasked
Social Addiction
Photographer of Year
Non-Master
Photographer of the Year, Non-Master, is the photographer who achieves the highest cumulative top 4 case score. This prestigious accolade recognizes the outstanding talent, consistency, and dedication displayed by a photographer who has not yet attained the status of a PPA master. By evaluating their performance across their four best cases, we honor the photographer who has demonstrated exceptional skill and artistic vision in capturing remarkable images.
Carly Sullens
Penning In Vows
Bringing Home The Herd
Unusual Suspects
She Has That Golden Glow
Best In Show
Master
Undone
The Best In Show, Master, is the photographer who holds the esteemed status of a master by earning their Master's Degree with the National PPA and achieving the highest scoring image. This prestigious accolade celebrates the mastery of the craft demonstrated by this accomplished photographer. It recognizes their exceptional skill, technical expertise, and artistic vision, which result in capturing the most captivating and impactful image of the competition.
Angela Hughes
Best In Show
Non-Master
Dance With Emotion
The Best In Show, Non-Master, is the photographer who has submitted the highest-scoring image and does not have a Master’s certification from PPA. This esteemed accolade highlights their ability to create captivating and impactful imagery that stands out among the competition.
Angelica Page
Missouri Top Ten
The Top Ten photographers based on their cumulative top 4 case score, recognizing those with the highest overall performance. This prestigious accolade showcases the exceptional skills, creativity, and consistency demonstrated by these photographers.
Angela Hughes
Carly Sullens
Robin Nordmeyer
Kim Lorenz
Aloha Kelly
Nichole Manner
Angelica Page
Ann Aurbach
Carl Neitzert
Chris Cleveland
Undone by Angela Hughes
Come Play With Me by Angela Hughes
Unmasked by Angela Hughes
Social Addiction by Angela Hughes
In Full Bloom by Nichole Manner
Rule Breakerm by Nichole Manner
My Fair Ladym by Nichole Manner
Fire Signm by Nichole Manner
Penning In Vows by Carly Sullens
Bringing Home The Herd by Carly Sullens
Unusual Suspects by Carly Sullens
She Has That Golden Glow by Carly Sullens
Dance With Emotion by Angelica Page
The Swing by Angelica Page
Girl With The Pearl Earring by Angelica Page
My Own World by Angelica Page
Party Poopers by Robin Nordmeyer
Shhhh.... by Robin Nordmeyer
Artistry In Motion by Robin Nordmeyer
Perfectly Poised by Robin Nordmeyer
About To Fall by Ann Aurbach
Unfurling by Ann Aurbach
Droplets by Ann Aurbach
At The Peak by Ann Aurbach
This Is Who I'm Meant To Be by Kim Lorenz
Modeling Is Serious Business by Kim Lorenz
Rendezvous In The Stairwell by Kim Lorenz
Mom...Momma...Mommy!!! by Kim Lorenz
Rough Seas by Carl Neitzert
Violent Ocean by Carl Neitzert
Not Totally Vacant by Carl Neitzert
I Am Moana by Carl Neitzert
Smokeshow by Aloha Kelly
On The Way To The Top by Aloha Kelly
No Man's Land by Aloha Kelly
Mornings In The Lou by Aloha Kelly
It's Tough To Find A Parking Spot At This Time by Chris Cleveland
Strike The Pose! by Chris Cleveland
It's Easier Than It Looks by Chris Cleveland
Stay by Chris Cleveland
Categories
Winners of each category are determined based on the top three highest-scoring images within the category for Masters and Non-Master photographers. This criterion ensures that the awarded photographers have not only demonstrated exceptional artistic talent and technical expertise but have also fulfilled the highest standards of professional education and achievement. It highlights their commitment to continuous growth and learning within the field of photography.
Portrait
1st Place Master - Undone by Angela Hughes
1st Place Non-Master - Dance With Emotion by Angelica Page
2nd Place Master - Unmasked by Angela Hughes
2nd Place Non-Master - Unusual Suspects by Carly Sullens
3rd Place Master - Come Play With Me by Angela Hughes
3rd Place Non-Master - Messy Hair Don't Flippin Care by Karen Thaemert
Illustrative
1st Place Non-Master - Rough Seas by Carl Neitzert
2nd Place Non-Master - At The Peak by Ann Aurbach
3rd Place Non-Master - Unfurling by Ann Aurbach
Raw
2nd Place Non-Master - Mound Of Moonpies by Carly Sullens
3rd Place Non-Master - Just Breathe by Lori Probst
Wedding
1st Place Non-Master - Penning In Vows by Carly Sullens
2nd Place Non-Master - This Is Who I'm Meant To Be by Kim Lorenz
3rd Place Non-Master - This Magic Moment by Jennifer McCall
Artist
1st Place Master - Shhh.... by Robin Nordmeyer
1st Place Non-Master - Bringing Home The Herd by Carly Sullens
2nd Place Master - Darbie and Ben by Angela Hughes
2nd Place Non-Master - The Swing by Angelica Page
3rd Place Master - Heff And His Playmates by Angela Hughes
3rd Place Non-Master - The Girl With The Pearl Earring by Angelica Page
Best of Sub-Categories
Photographers who have achieved a score of 80 or above on an image within a specific subcategory. The judges will engage in a head-to-head discussion for each category, deliberating and determining the winner of each subcategory through a majority vote.
Portrait Newborn: Blessed by Gina Beckley
Portrait Child: Come Play With Me by Angela Hughes
Portrait High School Senior: Rule Breaker by Nichole Manner
Portrait Man: Inked And Toned by Lori Probst
Portrait Woman: Dance With Emotion by Angelica Page
Portrait Wedding/Couple: Penning In Vows by Carly Sullens
Portrait Pet/Animal: Uh Oh... We've Been Spotted by Angela Hughes
Landscape: Rough Seas by Carl Neitzert
Still Life: Unfurling by Ann Aurbach
Artist: Bringing Home The Herd by Carly Sullens
Straight Out Of Camera: About To Fall by Ann Aurbach
4 For 4
"4 For 4” are participants who submit four or more images, with the top four images earning a score of 80 or above. This recognition celebrates the high level of excellence these individuals demonstrate in their submissions. By achieving a consistently exceptional scores across their case, these photographers showcase their remarkable talent and mastery of the craft. These winners are presented with a “4 for 4” MOPPA pin.
Ann Aurbach
Angela Hughes
Nichole Manner
Carly Sullens
Judges Choice
The Judges Choice Awards are presented to one image selected by each judge as their personal accolade, regardless of its merit. These awards provide an opportunity for the judges to express their individual preferences and highlight the image that resonates with them on a personal level. It's important to note that the selection is not based solely on technical or artistic merits but rather on the subjective interpretation of each judge. This approach celebrates the diversity of perspectives within the judging panel and adds an element of personal appreciation to the recognition bestowed upon the chosen images.
Florina Romser: The Swing by Angelica Page
Tami Mohs: Social Addiction by Angela Hughes
Dawn Muncy: Rough Seas by Carl Neitzert
Cary Garrison: Penning In Vows by Carly Sullens
Tom Krekow: Dance With Emotion by Angelica Page
Toni Harryman: Undone by Angela Hughes