Sedbergh School & Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School

Cumbria, UK
Reception to Year 13, Coed Boarding and Day 

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
Sorry, I'm a total sucker for that dog. The representation is mysterious, it's compelling, and yes it's stylized and really well done but not pretentious. It works by telling a strong story with deep tradition, serious education with just enough warmth and welcoming. I love it.

I really enjoyed looking through these. While the technical score is high, the creativity and execution of an idea really helped make these shine. I love the color treatment, lighting and overall story. Well done.

It's refreshing and unexpected to see a unique theme such as this wolf (or dog, mascot) used throughout the photos. There's a mystery about these photos, is this animal really there? When you have a strong consistent theme and beautiful lighting and composition all come together, a gold status is deserving. This is a real series, where the photos have a reason to be together. Well execuded and thoughtful, these images open up a door to a school that has stories to tell and I'm left asking questions and wanting to discover more.

TEAM
David Milner, Director of Marketing & International Relations
Emma Goligher, Prep School Marketing Manager
Matthew Burns, Social Media & PR Officer
Sam Broom, Digital Marketing Manager

Interactive Schools for
Queen Anne’s Caversham

Caversham, UK
Ages 11-18, Girls Boarding and Day

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
Just the logistics of creating these images is daunting and I am thoroughly impressed by the excellent level of planning, in-camera execution and post production execution. I can only imagine how long these images took to create!

Style-wise, this is the most cohesive series. Love it. It's creative, smart, and I "got it" right away.

Unique and cinematic, this series of photos shows a good idea, which required a lot of behind the scenes, can pay off with really striking and beautiful images. Quite a feat and these are a joy to look at discover the details.

This school chose to go in a very stylized, almost movie poster-like direction. Technically sophisticated with both lighting and compositing skills. The content reflects a diverse student community as well as an abundant offering of sports, clubs, and classroom curriculum. It's a fun representation.

TEAM
Tim Weaver, Creative Director, Interactive Schools
Simon Noakes, Founder and CEO, Interactive Schools

John Davis Photo for
St. Paul’s School for Girls

Lutherville-Timonium, MD USA
Grades 5-12, Girls Day

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
A set of true moments captured, making me feel like I'm at the school and wanting to be a part of the students' experience.

Engaging, compelling, vibrant content. All feels authentically captured, beautifully lit, and composed. Very nice.

TEAM
John Davis, Photographer
Alexis Blair, Director of Strategic Communications