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About Our Judges
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The panel of judges
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Andy Biggs
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Andy Biggs is an avid adventurer, teacher, and outdoor photographer whose photography celebrates the
African landscape and its rich wildlife, people, and culture. With a deep respect and understanding
for African wildlife, Andy unfolds the world of the Serengeti onto our doorstep with breathtaking
accuracy and striking emotional depth. His photographic safaris allow the traveler to not only enhance
their understanding of photography, lighting, and wildlife, but to develop a life-long admiration for
Africa's beauty and culture.
Andy Biggs
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J.J. Campbell
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J.J. Campbell acts as creative director, designer, programmer and screenprinter for Rural Rooster.
He graduated with a degree in studio art at the University of Texas where he concentrated on learning
the fine art of painting, color theory and screenprinting. Along side his education in studio arts,
Campbell studied the art of typography and communication design including apprenticeships with Austin's
Marc English and Action Figure Design. Campbell's education is also fueled with his desire to absorb
and study visual history and trends. Campbell believes that studying and responding to the world around
you is necessary to create innovative art and communication.
Rural Rooster
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Romain Nayalkar
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Romain Nayalkar is...
TheFotoStore.com.
A photographer, since he cannot paint, sing, or play guitar.
An ex-geologist.
Mainly an American. Somewhat South Asian, by heritage. But oddly more Italian, by marriage.
A traveler when time and money permits. Who also wonders why Americans get so little vacation time compared to Europeans.
Kinda old. Kinda young.
A fan of consuming food and drink with friends.
Selling photographs and photo services to go on new adventures and take more pix.
Romain Nayalkar Photography
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Brad Riedell
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After graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC, Brad later
designed graphics and apparel for Zoo York. There he collaborated with some
of the city's most respected artists. Brad would eventually leave Zoo York
to work with Phat Farm, where he re-branded the clothing line in order to
make it more acceptable in a diversified market place. He is currently
designing outerwear and knit collections for Fox Racing in California. He
continues to push fashion, design and brand identification to the next level.
Fox Racing
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