Dennis Kelly Photography Receives High Honors at Regional Competition

Local photographer wins accolades in year-end competition designed to recognize outstanding portrait photographers.

Blackwood, New Jersey (PRWEB) March 9, 2008 -- Dennis Kelly of Dennis Kelly Photography based out of Blackwood, NJ has received special honors in the Guild of Professional Photographers of the Delaware Valley Year End Professional Print Competition held on February 15, 2008. Kelly competed against photographers from across the Delaware Valley and achieved outstanding recognition for his artistic contributions.

Kelly swept the Best Portrait of a Child category with his image titled "Family Heirlooms," which features Mackenzie Foster, daughter of Blackwood area Shear Pink Salon owner Melissa Foster. (please contact for photo)

"Dennis has been our family photographer for a number of years and we are always exceptionally pleased with his dedication and artistic excellence," said Melissa Foster. "We are so excited that our daughter Mackenzie could contribute to the Best Portrait of a Child win!"

Kelly's overall competition achievements include:
"Family Heirlooms" received Best Portrait of a Child.
Five out of six entries received blue ribbons (a score of 80 or above)
Inducted into the '480 Club' for photographers with aggregate scores above 480 points

"I am honored that the GPPDV has recognized and awarded my work," said Kelly. "I take great pride in creating portraits that are visually exciting -- and providing a finished piece that families can treasure for a lifetime."

Kelly was also inducted as the 2008 Guild President in this year-end celebration.

About Dennis Kelly Photography
Dennis P Kelly is a full time professional portrait photographer with a studio located in Blackwood, NJ. He has operated his studio since 1981 and specializes in portraiture with a unique, creative style. He is a member of the Professional Photographer's of America, current president of the Guild of Professional Photographers of the Delaware Valley and holds both the Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degree.

For more information on Dennis Kelly, please visit (856) 228-4399 or www.dpkellyphotography.com

About the Guild of Professional Photographers of the Delaware Valley
The GPPDV is an affiliate of Professional Photographers of America. Its members are those in the professional photography industry from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Members of the GPPDV are photographers who strive for excellence in their craft, ethical business practices, and sharing of their knowledge of photography through continuing education. For more information visit www.gppdv.com.

# # #