Photo Corners headlinesarchivemikepasini.com
A S C R A P B O O K O F S O L U T I O N S F O R T H E P H O T O G R A P H E R
Enhancing the enjoyment of taking pictures with news that matters, features that entertain and images that delight. Published frequently.
National Council on Aging Announces Photo Contest Winners
21 June 2022
The National Council on Aging has announced the winners of its third annual contest for images on the theme of caregiving and aging well.
"Caring for an older loved one is an honor," said Ramsey Alwin, NCOA president and CEO. "These images show the complexity and importance of caregiving. We need to recognize caregiving as the indispensable part of our social fabric that it is."
WINNERS
First Place went to About These Fingernails by Cynthia Abatt. Abatt's image asks us to look at stereotypes about aging with challenges, about who the caregivers are and about the typical relationship between a companion and someone who needs help.
About These Fingernails. Cynthia Abatt.
Second Place was awarded to Night-Watch by Steven Smith. It's what he calls a "daughter's long goodbye, a caregiver's journey." It shows Leandra Manos caring for her 85-year-old-father, George Manos, who is in the final stages of dementia.
Night-Watch. Steven Smith.
Merit Awards went to I Am Family: Orna and Ed in The Park by Ellen Jacob, Activist by Michael Paras, Companionship by Steve White, Brothers In Arms by Sonya Tanae Fort, Saimi and Her Nurse by Connie Springer, Friends In The Park by Mark Coggins, Rose by Shoshana Fink and Mom Laughs by Mark Holley.
GALLERY
The public is invited to view the complete NCOA Gallery of all selected photographs and vote for their favorite image.
Winners of National Council on Aging 2022 Photography Contest Highlight Emotional Side of Caregiving
NCOA recognizes the importance of representing care work through art
ARLINGTON, Va. -- The National Council on Aging, the national voice for every person's right to age well, has selected the winners of its third annual contest for images on the theme of caregiving and aging well.
"Caring for an older loved one is an honor," said Ramsey Alwin, NCOA President and CEO. "These images show the complexity and importance of caregiving. We need to recognize caregiving as the indispensable part of our social fabric that it is."
The exhibition presents many distinguished photographers and artists who document older adults and their caregivers spending time with each other. The experiences are both unique and universally human.
The top photographs and artists were announced at NCOA's Age+Action Conference, June 6-8, which featured over 300 speakers and over 120 sessions designed to help community-based organizations better serve older adults.
First Place
First Place went to About These Fingernails, submitted by Cynthia Abatt, where Abatt's image asks us to look at stereotypes about aging with challenges, about who the caregivers are and about the typical relationship between a companion and someone who needs help.
For Abatt, everything about these two is different: their ages, their appearance, their assumed place in life, yet here they are, discussing manicures or the lack thereof. This photo was taken at Cadbury Commons Assisted Living in Cambridge, MA in 2021.
Second Place
Second Place was awarded to Night-Watch, by Steven Smith -- what he calls a 'daughter's long goodbye, a caregiver's journey'. For the last two years, the entire world has battled Covid-19. Pictured below is Leandra Manos, caring for her 85-year-old-father, George Manos, who is in the final stages of dementia.
Dementia and Covid-19 have given Leandra the battle of her life and her journey has left her without full-time employment, as she works to protect and care for her father. This photo is part of a larger photographic picture story and documentary film.
Merit Awards, Honorable Mention
The Merit and Honorable Mention awards include photos of older adults of all races and backgrounds.
Merit Awards went to I Am Family: Orna and Ed in The Park by Ellen Jacob, Activist by Michael Paras, Companionship by Steve White, Brothers In Arms by Sonya Tanae Fort, Saimi and Her Nurse by Connie Springer, Friends In The Park by Mark Coggins, Rose by Shoshana Fink and Mom Laughs by Mark Holley.
Honorable Mentions went to Elliston by Alex Eggleston, A Glimpse Of Beauty by Hanna Latham, Grandma Cookie by Michael McFadden, Rachael by Michael Paras, Grandpa by Lisa Winner and Stephana Ferrell, Aquatic Physical Therapy by Connie Springer, Dad's Haircut by Joseph Bui, Spirited Debate by Mark Coggins, Putting on Socks by Claudia Kass Lascola and Touch by Nina Weinberg Doran.
The public is invited to view the complete NCOA Gallery of all selected photographs and artists and vote for their favorite image. A virtual gallery of this year's winners is also available for a more immersive experience. NCOA will also be releasing regular posts on Instagram, highlighting the winners and invited participants, sharing each unique story behind the photo. Follow us on Instagram to learn more.