2023 VPA News and Advertising Contest

Combination Picture and Story ( Specialty ) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: North of the James Magazine
    Entry Title: Alleys: Roads Less Travelled
    Entry Credit: Charles McGuigan, Rebecca D'Angelo
    Judge Comment: Great feature on a not often thought about topic. The photographs perfectly showcase the in-depth historic and descriptive writing. Incredible.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Ashburn Magazine
    Entry Title: Download These Apps
    Entry Credit: Chris Wadsworth, Andrew Sample
    Judge Comment: Great collection of photographs that just sells the food. Incredibly descriptive writing helps the reader darn near taste the food. Great job showcasing the starters, now I'm ready for the mains!
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: The Rivah Visitor's Guide
    Entry Title: Where land and water converge
    Entry Credit: Jackie Nunnery, Susan Simmons, Gabriel Zakaib
    Judge Comment: Amazing photography of habitats not always seen and creatures caught with perfect bokeh. The article not only helps me understand the importance of the ecosystem, but makes me want to visit it to see it for myself. Great job.
  • Competition Comment: None