NAAJ Photojournalism Winners - 2023
This category highlights the art of a photojournalist who captured a photo for the story and also wrote the accompanying story. This award recognizes a journalist for how well the photo(s) complement the subject of the story. Entry must include a link to the article/photo combination or PDF of the photo in conjunction with the story as laid out for readers. Limit of TWO entries per member. (Individual stories from this category also may be entered in one of the single-story categories.)
Number of entries: 16
Comments about the competition: This judge is glad he wasn’t trying to compete in this category. So many excellent images. But photojournalism raises the bar even higher for today’s ag media.
Judge John Vogel is a past NAAJ president and 48-year veteran Farm Progress editor. As a Christian Farmers Outreach board member, he serves as publication editor.
FIRST PLACE — Jennifer Latzke, Kansas Farmer/Farm Progress
Judge’s comments: The photography immediately draws you into the story, and showcases the topic very well.
SECOND PLACE — Gabriel Pietrorazio, Next City
From A Vacant, City-Owned Lot To Chicago’s First Indigenous Garden — 8/22/2022
Judge’s comments: From the strong opening photo and throughout the feature, a solid mix of great images helped tell this story.
THIRD PLACE — Ed White, The Western Producer
Showing how it was done: Photo essay/video on vintage farm machinery demonstration – 9/22/2022
Judge’s comments: True photojournalism story complete with a video. Mixes working shots with sentimental images for strong audience appeal.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
— Des Keller, Progressive Farmer
Judge’s comments: Great images help draw readers into a very personal story that every farmer can be encouraged by.
