Recognition
As with many people who have camera-related pursuits, one of our personal dares is to put ourselves "out there" and try to tell a story.
One type of outlet is the gamut of photography and videography competitions offered worldwide. I've dabbled with these off and on over the years and it is very humbling to see the work of numerous amazing image makers around the globe. Saying that the competition is stiff would be a gross understatement. So during those creative phases when I'm feeling punchy or bold, I enter a film or some photos. A few times, I’ve received kind words of recognition which is encouraging but equally as discouraging after putting heart and soul into what I think of as a great capture only to miss the short list entirely.
When this happens, after the sulking subsides and pouty lip relaxes, I remind myself of the subjective nature of these forums and that the most important motivation for expression is releasing a moment of empathy, amazement or joy into the cosmos. The energy we put into our work is always enriching and worthwhile.
The Nature Photography Contest
2024: Finalist
North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA.org) - Annual Showcase Exhibition
2023: Top 100 selection
2023 Top 250 selections
2022 Top 100 selections
2022: Top 250 selection
2020: Top 24 selection - Judge’s Choice
2019: Top 100 selection
2019: Top 250 selection
2017: Top 250 selections
Corrective Lens Photography Exhibit
2020: Juried selection of two images for curated exhibit at Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, California
Received honorable mention for the Dia de los Muertos image.
Beneath the Sea - America's Largest Consumer Scuba and Dive Travel Trade Show
2014: Honorable Mention - Video Open Category - "Falaya - Protecting Manta Rays in Misool and Beyond" (https://youtu.be/u1BnLUth_gM)
2010: Best in Show - Stan Waterman Award for Excellence in Underwater Videography - "Beauty in the Beast" (https://youtu.be/6EYm5EcW8Iw)
2009: 2nd Place - Video Open Category - "It Takes Two" (https://youtu.be/FEZfNL6qoTg)
Los Angeles Underwater Photographic Society
2010: 2nd Place - Video Edited Category - "Trilogy" (https://youtu.be/chMkV9fi4FQ)
2009: Honorable Mention - Video Edited Category - "In the Palm of Your Hand" (https://youtu.be/3CRdXw6UpAk)
2009: Honorable Mention - Video Raw Category - "Squid"
2007: Honorable Mention - Video Raw Category - "Cuttlefish"
Islands Magazine
Millions of years ago before there were digital cameras I received Honorable Mention in their Annual Photo Contest - E6 film image from St. Martin, French West Indies
