This show juried by: Derek Powazek |
About The Juror: Named one of the top 40 “Industry Influencers” of 2007 by Folio Magazine, Derek Powazek is the cofounder of JPG, the photography magazine that’s made by its community, and cofounder 8020 Publishing, the company that grew out of its success. Derek has worked the web since 1995 at pioneering sites like HotWired, Blogger, and Technorati, and is the author of “Design for Community: The Art of Connecting Real People in Virtual Places” (New Riders, 2001). Derek now splits his time between working as a social media consultant, advising a handful of startups, editing Fray, the quarterly book of true stories and original art, and his newest venture, Pixish. Derek lives in San Francisco with his wife, two nutty Chihuahuas, a grumpy cat, and a house full of plants named Fred. |
Juror's Statement: Black and white is the essence of photography: our minds fill in the space left behind after the color fades away.
Juror's Choice: Dad by Virginia Ann Zuelsdorf
Why I chose it: Casual and yet formal, the symbolism here is incredible. From dad, to guns, to Jesus, this moment says a lot about father figures. And the artist's incredible story gave me goosebumps.
Juror's Mention:
Firing Squad by Kelli Ann Dubay
Why I chose it: Perfectly captures the darkness in little boys.
Girl With Dolls by Virginia Ann Zuelsdorf
Why I chose it: Sweet and funny.
Uhh... by Alissa Reed
Why I chose it: Not your typical child portrait. |
