Beautiful Winning Images From The LCE Photographer of the Year 2026

Wildlife – Winner: “Fighting Foxes in the Rain” by Sophia Spurgin

The LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 has arrived with an exciting lineup that perfectly matches the energy of London Camera Exchange’s 70th anniversary celebration.

This year’s top honor went to Sophia Spurgin for “Fish Eyes,” a charming and humorous street shot taken in Hoi An, Vietnam, where a fisherman playfully holds two fish over his eyes. With a £10,000 prize fund and 14 varied categories—from landscapes and macro to portraits and street photography—the competition welcomes photographers of every level to share their vision. New additions like the People’s Choice award and the Emerging Talent category make the event even more inclusive and dynamic. Ultimately, LCE 2026 stands as a vibrant tribute to creativity, fresh perspectives, and the fleeting moments that make photography unforgettable.

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Action – Winners: “Saving Lives at Sea” by David Lyon

After Dark – Winner: “Lonely Is The Night” by Hardijanto Budiman

Birds – Winner: “A Gazing Owlet” by Louise Norris

Creative – Winner: “Swan Song” by Brooke Shaden

Emerging Talent – Winner: “Imprint” by Millie Melvin

Events – Winner: “Half a Second Before” by Jacek Salaga

Landscape – Winner: “The Lotus” by Colin Page

Macro – Winner: “Teamwork” by Dikye Ariani

People’s Choice – Winner: “Magical Uphill Lincoln” by Andrew Scott

Pets – Winner: “Silent Sentinel” by Carole-Ann Chambers

Portrait – Winner: “Red Rebel” by John Lynch

Street – Winner: “Crossing the Curves” by Helen Trust

Travel & Overall Winner: “Fish Eyes” by Sophia Spurgin