Academic Image for Holy Ghost Prep

Bensalem, PA USA
Grades 9-12, Boys Day 

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
I just love these. And wow, that entrance with the red door is just such a beautiful image. These portraits are more next level. The photographer integrated elements of the room and the class equipment into the portrait. Artfully thought out without being contrived.

In these photos, beautiful, slightly unexpected compostion tells a compelling and clear story. The use of light and reflection in the student with the computer screen is a particular favorite. The subjects look natural, even though the images are carefully produced.

TEAM
Douglas Benedict | Academic Image

The Bush School

Seattle, WA USA
Grades K-12, Coed Day 

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
I don't know anything about this school, but I want to, thanks to these images. So, mission accomplished! These pictures really go for it—amazing angles, beautiful lighting, spectacular scenery—and still tell the story of the school.

TEAM
Polly Fredlund
Steve Mitchell, Mitchell Image

Fort Worth Country Day

Fort Worth, TX USA
Grades JK-12, Coed Day 

SAMPLE JUDGES' COMMENTS
Each picture tells a part of a story about the school, using groups of children clearly enjoying themselves in their chosen activities with a range of lighting and settings, beautifully portrayed and tied together with a consistency of technique, well done!

What a clever idea that I am very tempted to "borrow!" By simply changing the point of view to overhead, these familiar set-ups suddenly feel fresh and new. I find myself curious about the accompanying text and this whole campaign—lots of fun possibilities. The celebratory field hockey hug and the gorgeous tutu are particularly captivating. Great art direction and great execution

TEAM
Ralph Lauer, Ralph Lauer Images, Photographer
Shannon Allen, Communications and Constituent Relations Manager
Sandra Tuomey, Director of Advancement
Caroline Lamsens, Director of Admission
Reggie Johnson, Digital Media and Content Manager