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Photograph of Mount Fuji in Japan, framed by bright red autumn leaves, taken near Lake Kawaguchi by Riley Shickle from the United Kingdom and captured on a Sony A7 III digital camera, with a Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art lens

The "photography trailblazers of tomorrow": Sony World Photo Awards 2026 reveals student and youth shortlists

By Niall Hampton published

News 20 up-and-coming photographers have made the final cut for the prestigious awards, to be revealed on April 16

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A polar bear and its cub cuddle together on a snowy surface, showcasing a tender moment of bonding

"No photograph is worth more than the life it portrays or the landscape it inhabits" – intimate arctic moment of mother and cub recognized in photo competition

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS Shot using a professional telephoto setup, this powerful wildlife image was captured by a photographer guided by empathy and respect

NEWS
A cat standing on a seat inside a car witnesses an assassination happening just outside of the car. The assassination can be seen taking place in the reflection of the car window.

The Virtual Photographer of the Year 2025 has been announced and I’m impressed by the winner's video game stills!

By Alan Palazon published

News The best stills captured during video game play in 2025 have been revealed ranging from dystopian cityscapes to evocative portraits

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Aerial view of abstract patterns in colorful sand and water, resembling a tree with green foliage against dark textures.

Yes, this is a photo – and it just won an award: a mind-blowing aerial shot of Iceland reveals nature's art at its best

By Kim Bunermann published

WINNER This aerial photograph blurs the line between fine art and documentary photography, and it has taken top honors in AAP Magazine's international competition

WINNER
Two men in traditional attire engage in a vigorous dance with flags, surrounded by an audience in colorful clothing under a vibrant sky

The world's best travel photographs are crowned – and the winning images are simply stunning

By Kim Bunermann published

POTY The Travel Photographer of the Year awards unveil the latest winners, with extraordinary images from around the world capturing culture, wildlife, nature, and the human experience at its most powerful

POTY
Aerial view of a glacial river meandering through a snowy landscape, surrounded by towering mountains and blue sky

Fourth major photo award for striking Aoraki/Mount Cook aerial landscape shot, captured from an open airplane door...

By Kim Bunermann published

4tH WIN Award-winning strike for a beautiful and important photograph, shot with a medium format camera marvel, featuring 102MP

4tH WIN
Priya Suresh Kambli, from the Archive as Companion series; 2025 Leica Women Foto Project Award winner

Leica launches LOBA Women Grant to support female photographers worldwide

By Sebastian Oakley published

News Leica expands Oskar Barnack Award with global grant for female photographers

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Four young men pose for a photo sat at a table in a dinner. This is Only The Poets, a British pop band.

Aspiring music photographers listen up! Nikon has announced an ‘unforgettable’ career kickstarter program in collaboration with Only The Poets

By Alan Palazon published

News Nikon and Britpop band Only The Poets have teamed up to offer ten lucky winners the chance to shoot the group's upcoming gig

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Top-down view of ice hockey goal and players

I’m a sports photographer, these are my five favorite match-winning shots from the World Sports Photography Awards 2026

By Mike Harris published

OPINION The caliber of World Sports Photography Awards entries couldn’t have been higher – but beyond the gold medal, this selection of category winners really stood out to me

OPINION
Silhouette of a ferris wheel against a vibrant pink and purple sunset sky, creating a serene and festive atmosphere

Kick off 2026 with these 10 photography competitions open for entries from January to May

By Kim Bunermann last updated

UPDATED From landscapes and street to architecture, portraits, and beyond – these international photography contests want to see your images, open to photographers of all levels

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