Monitor photojournalist honored in Austin for award-winning photography

Delcia Lopez Photojournalist Delcia Lopez was part of a group of journalists across the state to be honored Nov. 7 by the Headliners Foundation of Texas. During a luncheon held in Austin, Lopez received her award for the prestigious Star Photojournalist of the Year in the Charles E. Green Awards. “After more than 40 years behind the camera, it’s still incredibly special to have my work recognized, especially by my peers,” Lopez said after stating how much receiving the award meant to her. “I’ve been fortunate to photograph some incredible moments throughout my career, from presidents and major sporting events to the everyday stories of people right here in the Rio Grande Valley, but what has always kept me going is my love for photography and the privilege of telling people’s stories through my lens.” Lopez’s award-winning portfolio featured photography of a pilgrimage tracing the Valley’s Underground Railroad history, scenes from the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District’s