National Press Photographers Association

Best Use of Photography: 3rd Quarter 2011 Results

 

2011 3rd Quarter BUP Results

Third quarter entries were judged at The University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill School of Journalism and Mass Communication by associate professor Pat Davison and assistant professors Terence Oliver and Steven King.

 

 

NEWS:

1st: The Virginian-Pilot, September 12
“9.11.01 - 9.11.11”
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Judges’ comments: This page stood out because of the bold design coupled a strong image given great size above the fold. Of course we hate the front page ad, but realize that they are a reality today. The simplicity of the design, the strong image, and the typography all work together well. Another kudo goes for the innovative decision to shrink the newspaper’s flag to give the image size

2nd: Missourian, July 1
“Pro-Life”
Brian Kratzer, Clint Alwahab and Mallory Redinger.
Judges’ comments: We liked the dominant, simple but strong image, and use of white space on the page. The key boxes at the bottom are unobtrusive yet effective. The paper’s layout and picture edit give the story strong impact.

3rd: The Los Angeles Times, September 12
“9/11, Ten Years After: A day for families, not politics”
Jeremiah Bogert and Kelli Sullivan with photos by Carolyn Cole, Michael Robinson Chavez, Getty Images and the Associated Press.
Judges’ comments: Strong dominant image, a good picture edit that captures the story of the day in a clean and effective presentation.

Honorable Mentions:

The Virginian-Pilot, August 20
“Hi, Tide”
Team.
Judges’ comments: A great job of tying the dominant image into the headline. The picture edit works well, and the “more coverage” treatment works well.

The Virginian-Pilot, August 29
“Irene’s trail of destruction”
Randall Greenwell, The Pham, Steve Earley, Preston Gannaway and Amanda Lucier.
Judges’ comments: Again, a very innovative treatment for a news page. Excellent size for three images from three different locations within the paper’s coverage area. The images were not stellar, but the treatment was creative and effective.

 

 

FEATURE:

1st: The Los Angeles Times, August 3
“Aid workers say militants find recruits”
Colin Crawford, Steve Stroud, Mary Cooney and Kelli Sullivan with photos by Barbara Davidson.
Judges’ comments: The amazing photography is highlighted by the large display. This type of presentation of strong photography is rarely seen today and the LA Times should be commended for sending a photographer and giving it the space the work and story deserves. The page is impactful.

2nd: The Virginian-Pilot, July 10
“Losing Charlie”
Bill Kelley III and the design team with photos by Todd Spencer.
Judges’ comments: This is a great example of design communicating story. The imagery, layout and typography has a consistent feeling with the content of the article and the simplicity is quietly beautiful.

3rd: The Virginian-Pilot, August 14
“Poets”
Bill Kelley III and the design team with photos by Ross Taylor.
Judges’ comments: A strong picture edit and layout to communicate the contrast of the two different worlds. Typography and color in the headline contributed to strong effect of the page.

Honorable Mention:

The Virginian-Pilot, August 7
“HomeFront”
Randall Greenwell, Bill Kelley III and the design team with photos by Amanda Lucier and Ross Taylor.
Judges’ comments: A strong picture edit and layout to communicate the contrast of the two different worlds. Typography and color in the headline contributed to strong effect of the page.

 

 

PICTURE PAGE:

1st: The Palm Beach Post, July 8
“It’s hard to dazzle us”
Mark Edelson with staff, NASA and Associated Press photos.
Judges’ comments: The color grabbed the judges attention. Strong picture edit and design lead the eye across and around the page. Every image added something new to the storytelling package.

2nd: The St. Petersburg Times, July 31
“Earth as Art”
Bruce Moyer and Terry Chapman with NASA photos.
Judges’ comments: Images were attention grabbing and the uniqueness of the images were aided by the strong layout.

3rd: The Virginian-Pilot, July 24
“A summer camp of blue and gray”
Martin Smith-Rodden and the design team with photos by Preston Gannaway.
Judges’ comments: Great photography showcased by clean layout. Page would have been stronger in color. Typography and white space gave space for the photography.

 

 

SPORTS:

1st: The Virginian-Pilot, September 19
“A hit at 2-0”
Team.
Judges’ comments: Innovative problem solving with large image and multiple design elements combined. Great choice of typography for a modern and fresh page. Judges discussed in detail the merging of so many elements to the main photo but decided it did not distract or compromise the image and allowed the image to remain large. Also a strong and impactful photo. Judges did not like the arrow on the top right.

2nd: The New York Times, August 21
“All the King’s Horses”
Joe Sexton, Becky Lebowitz Hanger, Nathaniel Brooks, Josh Haner, Edward Linsmier, Richard Perry, Ryan Collerd, Lee Yarosh, Bedel Saget, Joe Ward and Joe Drape.
Judges’ comments: Great traditional layout with good storytelling images. Strong picture edit with visual variety but consistent feel to the photographs. Stopwatch photo not necessary and is too small. NY Times should be commended for devoting the entire sports front to a single feature story.

3rd: The Virginian-Pilot, July 7
“Our World Cup task just got a lot harder”
Team.
Judges’ comments: Strong and large photo with emotion. Bottom graphic was creative and well-presented. Typography was modern and different than other entries.

 

 

MULTIPLE PAGE:

1st: The Virginian-Pilot, Reprint of pgs published July 31 - August 4
“A Chance In Hell”
Randall Greenwell, The Pham and the design team with photos by Ross Taylor.
Judges’ comments: A Chance In Hell is an amazing body of work with great presentation. There was no debate, this projects is by far the best work of the category, in fact, the best of the competition. The visually striking and emotional photography is well presented. The picture edit is strong, carrying the view from beginning to end through the section. White space, typography and choice of headlines also contributed to this great work.

2nd: The Virginian-Pilot, August 7
“HomeFront”
Randall Greenwell, Bill Kelley III and the design team with photos by Amanda Lucier and Ross Taylor.
Judges’ comments: The picture edit and layout contrasts the different lives very well. Good concept and execution. Photography inside was emotional and held judges' attention.

3rd: The Washington Post, July 10
“Under Suspicion“
Sonya Doctorian, Jahi Chikwendiu, Michel DuCille and Tim Ball.
Judges’ comments: A well-designed cover and great use of typography that contributed to the portraits and the project’s impact.

Honorable Mentions:

The Washington Post, September 11
“9|11|11”
Michel DuCille, Bonnie Jo Mount, Jon Wile and Janet Michaud.
Judges’ comments: A well-designed cover and great use of typography that contributed to the portraits and the project’s impact.

The St. Petersburg Times, August 21
“Inside the Hermit Kingdom”
Bruce Moyer and Terry Chapman with photos by A.P. photographer David Guttenfelder.
Judges’ comments: Obtaining access to this closed country is difficult and the photographer provided shot well in a difficult situation, providing views into a world rarely seen before. The designer presented the images well and the picture edit showed a variety of situations.

 

Comments? Corrections? More information? Next quarter's deadline? Contact BUP contest chair Mark Edelson at medelson@pbpost.com.

 

 

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