Congratulations to the ten finalists for the 2011 Clarence John Laughlin Award:
Angela Bacon-Kidwell, Chris Bennett, Aaron Blum, Rachael Jablo, Isa Leshko, Neil Loughlin, Donna Pinckley, Kathleen Robbins, Joni Sternbach and Anderson Wrangle .
George Slade is the juror for NOPA’s second annual $5000 award for fine art photography. The winner will be announced on November 1, 2011.
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Angela Bacon-Kidwell: Close to Twilight |
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Chris Bennett: Antelope, Oregon |
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Arron Blum: Lifetime Resident |
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Rachael Jablo: Sharp |
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Isa Leshko: Kelly, Irish Wolf Hound, Age 11 |
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Neil Loughlin: Undercurrent |
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Donna Pinckley: William with Cat |
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Kathleen Robbins: Brooklyn Chapel |
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Joni Sternbach: Ed |
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Anderson Wrangle: Three Axes |