04 Feb Announcing the Winners of the 2026 NAPCP Inspired Gallery Event
The Inspired by NAPCP Print Competition & Gallery Event is a cornerstone annual celebration of professional photography and the lasting impact of print as an art form. This prestigious event invites photographers from across the industry to present their work in its most powerful, tangible format—honoring the craftsmanship, intention, and emotional resonance that only print can deliver. Widely recognized and deeply respected, the competition continues to elevate and champion professional photography at the highest level.
Each year, the Top 100 selected images are professionally printed, matted, and showcased on the white walls of NAPCP’s Park Studios headquarters in Atlanta, transforming the space into an immersive gallery experience. Artists compete across three inspired creative categories: Connection, Red, and Small Worlds—each encouraging photographers to push boundaries and explore storytelling through a refined artistic lens.
We are honored to have an exceptional panel of judges Kristen Montgomery, Willy Wilson, and Karen Clouse—who dedicated their time, insight, and expertise to thoughtfully review, score, and judge all Top 100 prints in person.
The following images placed first in their respective categories:
Connection: Louisa Vilardi of Louisa Vilardi Photography
Red: Jacenta Grover of Jacenta Grover Photography
Small Worlds: Alison Lapczuk of Alison Lapczuk Photography
In addition to this achievement, these winning photographers earn valuable points toward the coveted NAPCP Photographer of the Year distinction—recognizing consistent excellence, vision, and impact within the professional photography community.
Congratulations to all of our winners and Top 100 artists! To view the full gallery, please click here.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to every professional photographer who submitted work for consideration and to all who joined us at the gallery event. Deep appreciation goes to the NAPCP team whose passion and dedication brought this experience to life, and to our partner and sponsor, Musea Lab, for supporting and celebrating print artistry at its finest.
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