Last month we attended the annual NHPPA convention. There were wonderful speakers, who we learned so much from, and we participated in the yearly NHPPA print competition.
We both did very well, but Marilyn, especially, has much to be proud of. So let me take a minute to point out her accomplishments. She was recognized with high honors on both a portrait from her personal business, as well as for a Natural Expressions Wedding Photography album.
First, was her photograph titled "Bonaparte" which not only earned a blue ribbon but was also the recipient of the exclusive FujiFilm Masterpiece Award in the portrait category. This is an achievement to be proud of as out of all the incredible portraits that were submitted, Fuji can only choose one to receive the award. So a big congratulations to Marilyn on her amazing portrait!
Then there was the album. Several months ago she mentioned to me how we should consider a new album offering -- a fine art wedding album. I thought it was a great idea and her vision was carried out as an 8x8 Queensberry album that was custom-designed and featured all black and white or sepia images that were printed on museum-quality paper.
Clearly the judges were impressed, as this album was not only rewarded with a blue ribbon, but also received the 2009 New Hampshire Professional Photographer’s Association Album of the Year 2009, the Kodak Gallery Award for Photographic Excellence 2009, and the New Hampshire Professional Photographer’s Association “Court of Honor” in the Social Candid category!!
We want to extend our thanks to Sara and Jason who were featured in the album. They were such a pleasant couple to work with and their love for each other overpowered the unfortunate weather circumstances. As their attitudes were just as positive throughout the day as if they would have been blessed with a warm fall day. We, too, made the best of the day by documenting the rain as it was a part of the day and therefore part of the memories to come.
Once again we want to thank Queensberry Albums, Inc., our album vendor, for their superior handmade albums as it is the true craftsmanship of these albums, that I am sure helped to impress the judges.
And last, but certainly not least, we want to thank Dennis from Avalon Editions, who printed the photographs for the album. His attention to detail and talent with black and white printing is astounding. It is apparent that he printed each and every print as if it were his own and it was this devotion to his clients that undoubtedly added to just how well our album did in the competition.
We are now offering the fine art album as a product. If interested, please inquire and we'll be happy to send you a flyer or you can visit our web site to learn more.
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