Winning…Again!

Written By John Slemp

This just in. I've always liked these images, but to be honest, I'd forgotten that I'd submitted them for this contest. Nonetheless, honored to be in such esteemed company! All three from the same series that have received recognition, part of my book on WWII "bomber jackets."

Early in my career, I often wondered why photographers participated in such things. Yes, it's a nice ego stroke if one wins, but I always thought such recognition to be short lived.

Eventually, I came to realize that it's another brick in building a career in the arts. Doing well in such competitions establishes a track record, and over time, it is external validation for your skills, your aesthetic taste level, and your continued efforts.

Perhaps I'm on the right track after all? 😎

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John Slemp

John’s 30 year career has seen him create images for a wide variety of advertising, corporate, and editorial clients worldwide.

After almost 11 years in the US Army, John attended Atlanta’s Portfolio Center, and later assisted established commercial photographers for five years.

Oscar winners, Olympic champions, astronauts, musicians, artists, pilots, veterans and regular people have all been captured by John’s lenses.

An experienced, innovative, and award winning commercial photographer, he deftly brings studio techniques to location work.

John is increasingly involved in showcasing his work through galleries and museums, and is currently writing a book about WWII “bomber jackets.”

Past clients include: The Company of Others and Innis Maggiore ad agencies, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Epps Aviation, Goodyear Aviation Tires, EAA’s Sport Aviation magazine, General Aviation News, Smithsonian Air & Space magazine, Jet Support Services International, Avfuel, The Lindbergh Foundation, and Women in Aviation International.

A long-time member of the American Society of Media Photographers, John served 5 years on the national board, and twice as the Atlanta/SE chapter president.

http://www.johnslemp.com
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