NAPCP Announces the 2024 Photographer of the Year

The National Association of Portrait & Child Photographers (NAPCP) is excited to reveal our 2024 Photographer of the Year—Valerie Eidson of Valerie Eidson Photography! Valerie was honored with this prestigious recognition earlier this year and had the special experience of seeing the announcement live in Times Square, surrounded by her family—a moment she will never forget!

Valerie joins a distinguished group of talented photographers who have earned this esteemed title. Her creativity is limitless, seamlessly combining technical mastery, innovation, and versatility to inspire both clients and peers. Her impactful role within our community is deeply valued, making her achievement of the NAPCP’s highest honor a moment of true celebration.

In addition to being a recipient of multiple awards and recognitions in NAPCP’s image competitions this past year, Valerie is awarded as NAPCP Photographer of the Year for the following:

• Displaying a singular creative vision that inspires the NAPCP member community
• Professional integrity
• Consistently producing technically robust, magnificent work
• NAPCP community involvement
• All-encompassing representation of the organization

“NAPCP is thrilled to honor and celebrate Valerie Eidson as our 2024 Photographer of the Year. A Master Photographer and award-winning talent, Valerie has long exemplified the heart and soul of the NAPCP community. As a dedicated Ambassador, she has served selflessly, not only sharing her artistic gifts but also mentoring, teaching, and inspiring countless photographers along the way. Valerie’s passion for her craft and her unwavering commitment to uplifting others set her apart as a true leader and role model. Her artistry, dedication, and generosity of spirit are unparalleled, and we are beyond proud to celebrate her extraordinary accomplishments. Congratulations, Valerie—your impact on this community and the world of photography is immeasurable, and this recognition is so richly deserved.” – Alice & Kyu Park, Founders of NAPCP

With interest and participation growing each year, this latest NAPCP competition attracted images across a range of category subjects, including babies & toddlers, children, family, maternity, newborn, senior, siblings and studio portraiture. A panel of photography experts and luminaries critiqued the thousands of image submissions for impact, technical merit, composition and creativity.

The biannual NAPCP Image Competitions reward its winners with medallions, priority listing on the NAPCP directory, features in our quarterly magazine and on our social media accounts, and with membership points.

Valerie’s full prize package includes:

• $1,500 Cash Prize
• Lifetime Membership to NAPCP
• Winning Image displayed in New York Times Square
• Official Press Release
• Feature in Inspired Magazine
• Features in all NAPCP’s social media accounts
• Prestigious Winning Seal of Distinction

Congratulations, Valerie Eidson! NAPCP’s 2024 Photographer of the Year!