I can’t believe today is the day! This contest just keeps growing and the competition each year makes it harder to judge! This was clearly not an easy task for Devon. She poured over these images and went back and forth. Right down to the wire this morning! But she narrowed the list to THE 25 Most Influential Teen Photographers of 2016! She ran a marathon for sure! Ready for the list? I won’t keep you any longer!
The winners are…
- Angie Blackburn Photography
- Amie Reinholz
- Ak Sellers Photography
- Beautiful You Seniors
- Ashley Leonard Photography
- Ashley Klaty
- Bella Lei Couture
- Carrie Anne Photography
- Timeless reflection by Danyelle
- Thomas Nguyen
- Tanesha Masaitis Photography
- Stephanie Newbold Photography
- Sean BrownProductions
- Salome Klopfenstein Photography
- Nicole Londot Photography
- Nicole Cook
- Melissa Grizzle Photography
- Maria Vallejo Photography
- Lori Waddell Photography
- Jennifer Dworek Photography
- Heather Pearson Photography
- Fran Barker Photography
- Digi Smiles
- Claire Anderson Photo
- Corry Frazier
This year I also added a “Leading Legends” judge spot:
Devon Jones
Her work has really raised the bar in the teen industry this year. I am always in awe of what she creates! Anyone remember that incredible Taylor Swift shoot that had us all drooling last year? Her creative genius is on fire!
I really felt the need to add a “Lifetime” status option again. This is picked by me and this year there is one photographer who will be inducted into this category. This photographer is doing amazing work in this market and continually lifts it up and educates and has provided valuable resources for our Modern Teen Style readers. She has been on our radar for sometime now and I want to recognize her for the contributions to this industry. I believe she needs to be recognized for her amazing work.
This name is synonymous with teen photography:
- Brooke Daniels
Congratulations to all the winners. Seriously, the images submitted were amazing and everyone should be proud. I want to see EVERYONE who submitted featured in Modern Teen Style. I was blown away and left wondering where have you all been????
xoxo,
Vickie
YAY! Brooke! Thank you so much for continuing to inspire us!
Thank you so much for including Beautiful You Seniors on this list. What an honor to be included among such a high caliber of artists!! We can’t wait to see the new issue when it comes out!! <3