Spectacular Portrait-Winning Photos From AAP Magazine Awards

Winner: “Revisiting Beauty” by Aline Smithson (United States)

AAP Magazine is delighted to announce the winners of its Portrait Photography Competition.

Chosen from a global pool of entries, these 20 photographers have excelled in capturing the essence of their subjects through diverse styles, from candid snapshots to studio portraits. Their work reveals the rich diversity of human experiences, portraying narratives and emotions that deeply resonate with viewers.

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2nd Place: “A Dog Day Afternoon” by Manuel Besse (France)

3rd Place: “The Story of Stoney Sleep” by Simon Martin (United Kingdom)

Merit Award: Alena Grom (Ukraine)

Yukio Kumada (Japan)

Sandy Hill (United States)

Diego Fabro (Brazil/Ireland)

Tom Zimberoff (United States)

Aurélien Bayo (France)

Joseph-Philippe Bevillard (United States/France)

Harry Williams (United States)

Eva Chupikova (Czech Republic)

Manuela Thames (United States)

Allison Martinek (United States)

Anna Biret (Poland/France)

René Dissel (Netherlands)

Andreas Kanellopoulos (Greece)

Erberto Zani (Italy)

Martina Holmberg (Sweden)

Maïlys Derville (France)