Jury Chair: Linda Long
Judges: Angela Hughes, Jayme Benabides, Mandy Corbell, Tony Corbell, Daniel Thornton
Number of Images: 149
Number of entrants: 21
Judging: July 14, 2023
Host: PrintCompetition.com
Image Competition Chair: Lori Probst
2023 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.
Carly Sullens
She Healed Her Scars In Gold and Growth
My Outer Critic
Whispers of Nobility: Ascending on Pointe
Cycles
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.
Angelica Page
Trinity
Strength and Grace
With The Flow
Passion
Best In Show
Master
My Outer Critic
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.
Carly Sullens
Best In Show
Non-Master
Trinity
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.
Carly Sullens
Angelica Page
Lori Probst
Lori Hahn
Ann Aurbach
Kacy Doyle Buckman
Patty Ingalls
Aloha Kelly
Irene Kinghorn
Erica McKimmey
She Healed Her Scars In Gold And Growth by Carly Sullens
My Outer Critic by Carly Sullens
Cycles by Carly Sullens
Whispers Of Nobility: Ascending On Pointe by Carly Sullens
Trinity by Angelica Page
With The Flow by Angelica Page
Strength And Grace by Angelica Page
Passion by Angelica Page
Life Is Precious by Lori Probst
Natural Beauty by Lori Probst
Adorned by Lori Probst
Suddenly, You Were Gone by Lori Probst
One Foggy Morning by Lori Hahn
Snow Day by Lori Hahn
Which One's Trouble by Lori Hahn
True Love by Lori Hahn
Let The Beat Drop by Ann Aurbach
Unrolling by Ann Aurbach
Defying Gravity by Ann Aurbach
Life On The Edge by Ann Aurbach
Something Wicked This Way Comes by Kacey Doyle Buckman
Heart Of A Champion by Kacey Doyle Buckman
Bringing The Heat by Kacey Doyle Buckman
Ascension by Kacey Doyle Buckman
One Game by Patty Ingalls
Foxy Lady by Patty Ingalls
Beautiful Baller by Patty Ingalls
Captain Beautiful by Patty Ingalls
Serenity In Shadow by Aloha Kelly
Alice's Revival by Aloha Kelly
Strike A Pose by Aloha Kelly
Railway Couture by Aloha Kelly
**boop** by Irene Kinghorn
Flutters Of Expectation by Irene Kinghorn
Love Flows by Irene Kinghorn
You Know I Love You So by Irene Kinghorn
Pleaseeeee by Erica McKimmey
Swept Away by Erica McKimmey
Think Pink by Erica McKimmey
Winter Flower by Erica McKimmey
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 - Life Is Precious by Lori Hahn
1st Place Non-Master - Trinity by Angelica Page
2nd Place Master - Whispers Of Nobility: Ascending on Pointe by Carly Sullens
2nd Place Non-Master - With The Flow by Angelica Page
3rd Place Master - Suddenly, You Were Gone by Lori Probst
3rd Place Non-Master - Strength And Grace by Angelica Page
Illustrative
1st Place Master - One Foggy Morning by Lori Hahn
2nd Place Master - Beyond The City Lines: An Urban Abstract by Carly Sullens
3rd Place Master - Under The Golden Canopy: She Dreams by Carly Sullens
1st Place Non-Master - Unrolling by Ann Aurbach
2nd Place Non-Master - Let The Beat Drop by Ann Aurbach
3rd Place Non-Master - Chandelier From Below by Michael Broyles
Reportage
1st Place Master - No Reservation by Carly Sullen
1st Place Non-Master - Defying Gravity by Ann Aurbach
2nd Place Non-Master - Here's The Pitch by Patty Ingalls
Wedding
1st Place Master - Lori Hahn
1st Place Non-Master - Overwhelmed by Kim Lorenz
2nd Place Non-Master - Grandma's Grasp by Kim Lorenz
3rd Place Non-Master - Through The Fountain by Angi Landis
Artist
1st Place Master - My Outer Critic by Carly Sullens
1st Place Non-Master - Something Wicked This Way Comes by Kacey Doyle Buckman
2nd Place Master - She Healed Her Scars In Gold And Growth by Carly Sullens
3rd Place Master - Cycles by Carly Sullens
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/Child: Pleaseeeee by Erica McKimmey
Portrait High School Senior: With The Flow by Angelica Page
Portrait Woman: Whispers Of Nobility: Ascending on Pointe by Carly Sullens
Portrait Family/Group: Trinity by Angelica Page
Portrait Domestic Animal: Suddenly, You Were Gone by Lori Probst
Scenic Landscape: One Foggy Morning by Lori Hahn
Wild Animal: Work In Progress by Ann Aurbach
Still Life: Unfurling by Ann Aurbach
Cityscape: Beyond the Citylines: An Urban Abstract by Carly Sullens
Reportage: No Reservations by Carly Sullens
Sports: Here's The Pitch by Patty Ingalls
Straight Out Of Camera: Defying Gravity by Ann Aurbach
Wedding: Overwhelmed by Kim Lorenz
Artist: My Outer Critic by Carly Sullens
Newcomer Award
Chandelier From Below
Awarded to the highest scoring image submitted by a first-time entrant from a MOPPA member.
Michael Broyles
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
Lori Hahn
Patty Ingalls
Aloha Kelly
Angelica Page
Carly Sullens
Lori Probst
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.
Jayme Benabides: My Outer Critic by Carly Sullens
Mandy Corbell: She Healed Her Scars In Gold And Growth by Carly Sullens
Tony Corbell: Strength And Grace by Carly Sullens
Angela Hughes: Under The Golden Canopy She Dreams by Carly Sullens
Linda Long: Kisses by Lori Hahn
Daniel Thornton: One Foggy Morning by Lori Hahn