Spectacular Winning Photos Of Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2023
Overall Winner: Air Guitar Roo by Jason Moore
A kangaroo playing air guitar won the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, a fun contest with 5300 entries from 85 countries. Continue reading »
Stunning Photos Of 2023 According To The Urban Photo Awards
People, Remarkable Award: Out Of The Water By Salvatore Montemagno
The Urban Photo Awards has recently unveiled the full roster of this year’s competition finalists. It is our pleasure to showcase the top 48 images that have triumphantly reached the finals and garnered awards across various categories such as streets, people, spaces, creative, and beyond. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Natural Landscape Photography Awards 2023
Photographer of the Year: Winner – Blake Randall
Discover the awe-inspiring splendor encapsulated in the victorious images from the 2023 Natural Landscape Photography Awards. Esteemed Canadian photographer Blake Randall secures the coveted title in this year’s contest, emphasizing the pure and genuine allure of landscapes. Continue reading »
Beautiful Winning Photos Of The Birdlife Australia Photography Awards 2023
Backyard Birds: Winner – Song of the Superb by Nikki Kenwrick
We are thrilled to present the awe-inspiring winning images from the eagerly awaited BirdLife Australia Photography Awards 2023! With a staggering 6,000 entries that display the extraordinary skills of Australia’s premier bird photographers, our respected panel of judges undertook the daunting task of choosing nine winners from each category out of an impressive shortlist of 68 mesmerizing photos. Kudos to the worthy winners! Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Nature Photographer Of The Year 2023
Overall Winner: He Looks to the Heavens by Jacquie Matechuk
Feast your eyes on the awe-inspiring winning images from the 2023 Nature Photographer of the Year competition. This prestigious contest is a platform for photographers to highlight the splendor of nature. Showcase your skills and you could win impressive prizes, including a cash award of €3,000. Winners will also receive additional attractive rewards and state-of-the-art photography equipment. Continue reading »
Winning Photos Of The World Of Wearable Art Competition 2023
The World of Wearable Art (WOW) competition is a stunning spectacle that masterfully intertwines the worlds of fashion, art, and innovation. Each year, it witnesses the relentless pursuit of creativity by visionary designers across the globe, who infuse life into wearable works of art that enchant our senses.
For over thirty years, this competition has provided a platform for mesmerizing artworks, crafted by finalists and displayed annually at the WOW Show in Wellington’s TSB Arena, New Zealand. The 2023 edition upheld this tradition, uniting artists and designers from various parts of the world. Amidst a plethora of remarkable creations, the prestigious 2023 Supreme WOW Award was deservedly awarded to Nelson designer Gill Saunders for her captivating piece, “Earthling.”
Winner Of The Supreme Wow Award And The Open Section: “Earthling”
Designer: Gill Saunders, New Zealand
“Earthling celebrates the natural wonders of our planet in the form of an adult coloring book.” Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Eisa Maestro Awards 2023
The Eisa Maestro Awards 2023, themed “The Animal Kingdom”, has announced its winners. Magnus Berggren from Sweden took home the 1st place award, while the Public’s Choice award was bestowed upon Mirjam Radke from Germany.
The winners will enjoy extensive national exposure with their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize series being published in the EISA Photography magazine of their respective countries. Moreover, the international 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize winners will be featured in all 16 EISA photography magazines and websites globally, providing them with the most extensive audience reach a photographer could wish for.
1st Place by Magnus Berggren, Sweden
Magnus Berggren started photographing in 2007, but it was not until 2018 that he decided to focus on wildlife photography. “I started photographing small birds and just got hooked,” he says. “But I also like to photograph other animals, of course.” Continue reading »
Beautiful Winning Photos Of The OnePlus Mobile Photography Awards 2023
Grand Winner – Fire Dragon Dancer at the Night by Zhuowen Ao
Feast your eyes on the stunning winning entries of the OnePlus Mobile Photography Awards 2023. The OnePlus Photography Awards are not just a global mobile photography contest, they transcend those boundaries. Continue reading »
Spectacular Finalists Photos Of The Birdlife Australia Photography Awards 2023
Backyard Birds: Garden serenade by Nathan Watson
We are thrilled to showcase the exceptional finalist images from the 2023 Birdlife Australia Photography Awards. This year, we were inundated with over 6,000 submissions from some of Australia’s finest bird photographers. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Nature Conservancy Awards 2023
Grand Prize Winner: “Between The Stars” by Tibor Litauszki, Hungary
The Nature Conservancy has announced the winners of its annual photography contest, an international event that consistently draws some of the world’s most talented nature and wildlife photographers. This year’s victors have once again demonstrated exceptional skill and imagination. Continue reading »
Beautiful Winning Photos Of The Dog Photographer of The Year 2023
Portrait & Landscape: 1st Place – Ascending Serenity by Sanna Sander
The 2023 Dog Photography Awards have announced their winners, which include a dog demonstrating parkour abilities and a doberman elegantly executing ballet among the champions. Victors were declared in four categories, with each winner receiving a prize of $513 (500 Euros) in the Portrait and Landscape category, the Action category, the Studio category, and the Dogs and People category. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The International Garden Photographer Of The Year 2023
Black & White: 1st Place – “Spider in the Frame” by Minghui Yuan
Feast your eyes on the stunning winning images from the 2023 International Garden Photographer of the Year competition. This esteemed event continues to shine in the photography industry, particularly in the fields of garden, plant, flower, and botanical photography. Continue reading »
Amazing Winning Photos Of The European Photography Awards 2023
Discover the stunning winning images of the 2023 European Photography Awards. Join a worldwide exploration through the lens with these awards, a stage welcoming photographers from all corners of the globe. Delve into the diverse richness, capturing the enduring allure of traditions inherited over generations.
These accolades honor creativity and craftsmanship, recognizing a broad range of photographic styles. No matter your industry experience, it’s your distinctive worldview that we value. Immerse yourself in boundless opportunities as you undertake a singular journey across the varied nations contributing to the splendor of our expansive continent.
People Photography, Culture Winner – Ghost of Asaro by Jatenipat Ketpradit
“Gurupoka mountain peak in the wild forest of Papua New Guinea is the land of ghosts. They emerged slowly from the trees, their movements resembling a devil’s dance, seamlessly blending with the forest. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023
The 2023 European Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards, hosted by the German Society for Nature Photography (GDT), have announced their winners, highlighting remarkable talent and commitment to encapsulating the beauty of nature.
Spanish photographer Javier Aznar González de Rueda stood out this year with his compelling visual narrative. His award-winning photograph, ‘Maternal Care,’ provides an intimate look at nature, depicting a mother stink bug caring for her offspring. Aznar González de Rueda’s photography not only captures the moment’s beauty but also emphasizes the significance of natural history knowledge, wildlife conservation advocacy, and the deep bond between humans and nature. His work sheds light on the animal kingdom’s delicate balance and nurturing essence, reminding us of the wonders present in our natural environment.
Overall Winner: Maternal Care by Javier Aznar González de Rueda
“In Ecuador’s largest protected area, Yasuní National Park, I was able to observe maternal care behaviour in the stink bug Antiteuchus tripterusover a two week period. The female bug guarded its clutch of eggs on a small branch. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Imagine IF Mobile Photography Awards 2023
OPPO imagine IF Master of the Year – Daughters of the Moon by Ahei Huan
Presenting the outstanding winners of the OPPO Imagine IF Mobile Photography Awards 2023, themed “Beyond the Image and Beyond Imagination”. The competition saw participation from 51 global territories, with over 70,000 submissions across eight categories. Continue reading »
Stunning Winning Photos Of The Nature’s Best Photography International Awards 2023
Grand Prize Winner: “The Volcano in the Clouds, Iceland” by Luis Manuel Vilariño
Behold the mesmerizing victors of the Nature’s Best Photography (NBP) International Awards 2023. Devotees of nature journey across the globe, using their camera lenses to seize the planet’s breathtaking beauty in all its diversity. Continue reading »
The Captivating Winning Photos Of The Mangrove Photography Awards 2023
Mangrove Photographer of the Year: The Finest “Flower” of the Mangroves by Soham Bhattacharyya
Announcing the captivating winners of the Mangrove Photography Awards 2023. Every year, photographers highlight the lives intertwined with mangrove forests and the challenges they face, urging immediate protective action. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Images Of The HONOR Magic Moments Mobile Photography Awards 2023
Photographer of The Year Award: The Magic of Been by Nelomh
Presenting the mesmerizing winners of the Honor Magic Moments Mobile Photography Awards 2023. We revel in the beauty of countless fleeting instants, finding magic in each. Thanks to science and technology, we’re able to cherish these ephemeral moments. From awe-inspiring events to subtle backlit images, we document the invaluable essence of every second. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Nikon’s 2023 Small World Competition
Rodent optic nerve head showing astrocytes (yellow), contractile proteins (red) and retinal vasculature (green) by Hassanain Qambari & Jayden Dickson
The Photomicrography Competition has dramatically revealed its champions, with Hassanain Qambari taking the coveted crown for his enchanting rendition of a rodent’s optic nerve head, an image that seemed to dance with the very essence of life. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of AAP Magazine Awards ‘Shapes 2023’
In AAP Magazine’s 34th edition, we sought submissions that explore composition and form in photography, embracing shape and form as transformative elements. Twenty-five photographers from twelve countries across four continents offered diverse works spanning various styles, highlighting the endless possibilities in shaping photographic aesthetics.
Winner: La Muralla Roja by Fabien Dendiéval (France)
“I feel sometimes photography as a kind of quest, a treasure hunt. It is a long term work that takes time and is full of pitfalls, constraints and frustrations but to find myself in front of a scene like this one makes me enthusiastic and rewards me for all my efforts.” Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Epson International Pano Awards 2023
The 14th edition of the Epson International Pano Awards has unveiled its champions, with Spanish photographer José D. Riquelme earning the top spot. This competition, dedicated to celebrating the finest panoramic photography from around the world, is recognized as the foremost global platform for panoramic imagery.
Hailing from Murcia, Spain, Riquelme is a passionate landscape and night photographer. Remarkably, despite his extensive background in graphic design and printing, he only delved into photography eight years ago. During his initial two years, he exclusively used his smartphone, ingeniously seeking captivating compositions in commonly overlooked and less photogenic settings.
Open Photographer of the Year: The Bridge, Iceland by Jose D Riquelme
“After a dozen visits to Iceland, exploring its majestic lands, during a rest stop, I decided to change my perspective and launch my drone. To my amazement, I captured this incredible image. From above, lines form a bridge extending from left to right, while on the ground, abstract shapes emerge from the flowing river water originating from the glacier,” Riquelme explains of his overall winning image, The Bridge. Continue reading »
Spectacular Funny Finalist Photos Of Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2023
Everyone can fly by Adrian Slazok
Prepare for a hearty laugh as we unveil the side-splitting finalists of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2023! These shortlisted images and videos from this year’s competition are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone while showcasing the incredible wildlife we share this planet with. Plus, here’s your chance to cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award, sponsored by Affinity Photo, and enter a free prize draw for a chance to win £500! Continue reading »
The Best Analog Photos From Around The World That Won The Analog Sparks Awards 2023
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Analog Sparks International Film Photography Awards. Prepare to be amazed by these breathtaking images!
Let’s celebrate the diverse realm of visual storytelling and the extraordinary talents that brought these mesmerizing analog images to life. Presenting the crème de la crème of analog photography from the 2023 Analog Sparks International Film Photography Awards.
This year, 2023, marks the debut of the Analog Sparks competition. The creation of these awards was influenced by the Analog Sparks Instagram community, a brainchild of Reka Koti. This platform serves as a stage for thousands of emerging and established analog photographers worldwide to showcase their work and engage in meaningful interactions.
In its inaugural year, Analog Sparks was inundated with over a thousand remarkable submissions from around the world in eight categories – Architecture, Fine Art, People, Lifestyle, Nature, Photojournalism, Technique, Zines and Photobooks.
Parallel Worlds (2nd Place In Nature)
“The Parallel Worlds Series offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and the environment, inspiring viewers to contemplate their own impact on the world. Using analogue photography, Nibera shows what the world would be like if humans respected nature.” Bernarda Nibera Conič, Slovenia Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The 2023 International Pet Photographer Of The Year
International Pet Photographer of the Year – Sanna Sander
The 2023 International Pet Photographer Of The Year has unveiled its breathtaking winning images. The competition, which saw entries from pet photographers across 32 countries, featured an array of stunning photographs of beloved animals including dogs, cats, horses, and more. Continue reading »
Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Independent Photographer’s Travel Photography Contest 2023
Winning Photographer By Stefano Lotumolo – $1000
Goli Dance” – Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast: Goli is a traditional African dance and masquerade of the Baoulé people of the Ivory Coast. Over 24 hours all Baoulé villages play music and the dancers wear four different types of masks, all of which refer to the social and generational structure of the society.
Immerse yourself in the captivating results of The Independent Photographer’s Travel Photography Awards, which took place in the vibrant months of July and August 2023. During this period, we sought images that encapsulated the soul of a location in all its grandeur, invoking treasured memories. Whether it was Street, Portrait, Landscape, or Documentary photography, our goal was to embark on a visual and intellectual voyage through your lens! Continue reading »