The Highest Achievement in the NAPCP Community

The National Association of Portrait and Child Photographers (NAPCP) recognizes the accomplishments and creative excellence of its portrait and child photographer members. Image competitions reward talent with medallions, priority listing on our directory, press coverage, titles and professional recognition. The distinguished title of Photographer of the Year for NAPCP is the highest award, showcasing outstanding achievement in our International Image Competitions.

CRITERIA

This prestigious designation will be awarded based on a point system that is cumulative from both the International Digital Image Competition and the Inspired Gallery Event & Print Competition. Entrants are awarded points based on the following criteria. All scoring for Photographer of the Year is done by NAPCP and awarded at its sole discretion.

Criteria Below is listed in order of scoring importance to be considered for Photographer of the Year:

  • (75%) Weighted points for all placed images and merit images (First place is weighted more than second place, etc). Points are also given for images that are awarded entry into the Inspired Gallery Event & Print Competition (more points are awarded for placed and honorable mention images).
  • Sharing Knowledge with NAPCP Community (Teaching, Writing Articles, Video Interviews, Blog Contributions)
  • NAPCP community involvement (includes Member Facebook Group, Ambassador Program, Survey Participation, etc).
  • Consistent portfolio of work and professional online presence. This includes Entrant’s professional website and updated NAPCP Member Directory Profile.

Past Photographers of the Year

2023
Willy Wilson

Life Unstill Creative

2021
Kim Belverud

Kim Belverud Photography

2020
CAROLYN ANN RYAN

Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography

2019
ASHLEY MCBROOM

Ashley McBroom Photography

2018
TRACY SWEENEY

Elan Studio

2017
ASHLEY BERRIE

Ashley Berrie Photography

2016
BECCA WOHLWINDER

Becca Wohlwinder Photography

2014
JENNIFER KAPALA

Jennifer Kapala Photography

2013
HILARY CAMILLERI

One For The Wall Photography

2012
SANDY SUMMERS RUSSELL

Summerland Photography

2011
STEPHANIE BUCKMAN

Stephanie Robin Photography

2010
DANA PUGH

Dana Pugh Photography