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Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
18 awesome images from the 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year awards
Astrophotography can make you feel two very different things: tiny and insignificant in a vast universe or absolutely and complete amazed at our vast universe. We wouldn't fault you for feeling either way. We're a tiny occupier of a medium-sized planet in a universe made of billions of galaxies. That universe is stunning to behold. For the photographers honored at the 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year awards, the universe is their muse. From our fiery sun to dazzling aurorae, and a sparkling Milky Way to captivating nebulae, the images capture our celestial neighborhood in beautiful detail. 'The ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition is now in its seventeenth year and returns with an expert panel of judges from the worlds of art and astronomy,' a statement about the honorees says. 'The winners of the competition's nine categories, two special prizes and the overall winner will be announced on Thursday 11 September.'
Otago Daily Times
05-07-2025
- Otago Daily Times
Photographers make finals
Oamaru's photographic talent came into sharp focus at Otago's largest nature photography competition at the Tūhura Otago Museum in Dunedin last week. The exhibition of photographs, titled "Otago's Lens on the Wild World", opened last week and runs until October 12 in the museum's special exhibitions gallery. More than 4450 entries were submitted across Otago, and finalists included Oamaru photographers Tom Davies and Gary Speer. Mr Davies had four images chosen from the wildlife, botanical and natural abstract categories, while Mr Speer had two images selected as finalists in the exhibition, which celebrates the region's biodiversity and creativity. Mr Davies said it was an honour and a shock to be recognised by the museum. "It came as quite a surprise, especially knowing how rich and diverse the talent pool is in New Zealand. "Now that the shock has worn off, I feel deeply grateful that I get to live in a part of the world as beautiful as Otago and how lucky we are to have all this on our doorstep," he said. Tūhura Otago Museum marketing manager Charlie Buchan said it was a "huge achievement" for both photographers to be chosen as finalists. Their entries included stunning photographs of fungi, flowers and Oamaru's local wildlife, showcasing the breadth and creativity of nature photography coming out of the North Otago region, Mr Buchan said. Oamaru made a strong impression with a significant number of standout entries, he said. "It highlights the town's growing reputation as a hub for amateur photographers inspired by the wild beauty of their local environment. "The exhibition brings together the best of what our region sees every day, through the lenses of people who really care about the natural world around them," Mr Buchan said. The 2025 Tūhura Otago Museum Photographer of the Year was won by Sam McGee, 17, of Dunedin, for his entry, Water Wings. He also won the wildlife youth section.
Chicago Tribune
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Perseverance pays off for Prairie State College photography students
Two young photographers from vastly different backgrounds had a chance to share the spotlight at Prairie State College as the spring semester wrapped up. Jamel Conner, of Chicago Heights, who won the school's Photographer of the Year award for his commercial art, and Huynh Vinh Duc Le, who has won various awards and scholarships for his serene portraits and other images, both share a love of the camera and what it can portray. Neither could afford a good camera when they came to the community college in Chicago Heights, but their work was featured in the school's Christopher Gallery in April and May. Both students are working on associates degrees in photography. Conner's featured photos were of a wedding dress, pages from magazines, glassware, jewelry and a percolator, all in calm, artsy settings. The images, he said, were the results of his efforts to bring objects to life. 'The idea of it being almost like a painting but it's real life,' he said. 'The ability to capture a moment to stop in time is something I wanted to be able to do myself.' He started toying with the idea of assembling a still life photo, but it morphed into something more commercial. 'It's almost editorial in a way,' he said. Conner's teacher, Rebecca Slagle, a professor of visual communications and multimedia arts, said there was much to like about Conner's work. 'It's very clean, he put a lot of thought into it,' she said. 'I like that it's quirky and fun and not boring still-life.' Duc, whose photos also were on display, said he'd loved taking pictures of landscapes and people ever since he was a middle schooler in Hue, the city where he grew up in Vietnam. Photography, drawing and journalism were required courses. But cameras were pricey, so he had to borrow one from a friend at school. 'I loved it and decided to get into it,' said Duc, who continued photography at the University of Education in Vietnam. He immigrated here with his mother in 2022, both sponsored by his grandmother, who has lived in Oak Lawn for 15 years. He's working toward his work visa. 'My mother wanted a new life,' he said. 'She's helped me a lot. She pays the rent and everything so I can focus on my studies.' He started helping out at a nail salon where his mom worked to help pay bills. 'When I came to the United States, I felt like I didn't belong here,' said Duc. But he persevered and made a home for himself at the college and started doing wedding photo gigs with another photographer. These days, one of his favorite subjects for pictures is his friend Ngoc, who he met at Tinley Park Community Church. 'She really liked the way I took her picture,' he said. Many other people have shared her enthusiasm for his work and he has received a number of scholarships and awards, including the Arts Unleashed Scholarships from the Prairie State College Foundation's Nicholas & Jacqueline Rinaldi and John B. Abate' Prize in the Arts recently. He has a full ride scholarship to Columbia College, which he'll attend in the fall. For Duc, the beauty of an image is in the details. 'I want to express my personality through the color grading,' said Duc. 'You can see my color is not that bright,' he said, pointing to his portrait shots displayed in Prairie State's gallery. Slagle, his photography professor, is one of his biggest supporters. 'Duc is an amazing photographer,' she said. 'Just the artistry and the connection I see with him and all the people he photographs. He has a way of making people comfortable.' Photography is making Duc more comfortable, too. 'When I take a photo, it makes my life happier — better. I'm improving myself,' he said. 'I want to tell people a boy from Vietnam came here to improve himself and to do things to gain experience and achieve a better life,' he explained. That sentiment isn't lost on fellow photographer Connor. Though always a hard worker, Conner said he was taken aback when he discovered he'd won the Photographer of the Year award, which includes a $1,500 scholarship to PSC. 'I felt like the other competitors were more talented than me, me being my own worst critic,' he said. But then he just felt grateful, not only for the award but for his own perseverance. 'Never assume you're not good at anything,' Conner said. 'After taking photos more and more, I gained more confidence and skill. It was that willingness to experiment and take risks.' He aims to use that confidence, skill and perseverance to do more commercial work, perhaps within a company's marketing department. Slagle, who also is coordinator of photography and graphic communications at Prairie State, said she was proud of the students' accomplishments as she 'watched them grow and the confidence they gain through the two-year program.' 'They're like your kids,' she said.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This award-winning photo was taken with a 9-year-old camera
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. All About Photo has announced the winners of the 2025 All About Photo Awards – The Mind's Eye. And two winning shots were captured with a near decade-old DSLR, the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. This event stands as a global celebration of impactful visual storytelling, emphasizing photography's essential role in documenting and understanding the human experience. As we celebrate the tenth anniversary of the awards, for the second time the title of Photographer of the Year has been awarded to a woman: Marijn Fidder. She triumphed over thousands of entries from more than 40 countries with her image, Husnah, part of the series Inclusive Nation. This photograph sheds light on a broader issue of disability rights, self-acceptance, and social progress in Uganda. Both the Photographer of the Year and the second-place winner used Canon's beloved 5D Mark IV, a true workhorse camera that was launched back in August 2016. Once again, these competition winners prove that you don't need the most up-to-date and expensive gear to create powerful imagery with a strong narrative. This edition highlights 50 images. To explore the Merit Award Gallery, visit All About Photo's website for Parts I and II. Marijn Fidder (The Netherlands)Series: Inclusive NationCamera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IVLens: Canon EF 24-70 mm f2.8L II USM Husnah is a Ugandan swimmer who is currently the country's only classified Paralympic swimmer. Her first appearance at the World Championships in London was mentioned among the International Paralympic Committee's Top 10 Moments of 2019. Life can present many obstacles for people with disabilities. These challenges lead to social isolation, poverty and reduced quality of life. However, amid these obstacles, Uganda is gradually transforming to become more inclusive. As of 2020, Uganda has one of the most progressive laws for people with disabilities in the world. This states, among other things, that discrimination against people with disabilities is prohibited. Children with disabilities have the right to education and adults have the right to a job. This is very important because 80% of all people with disabilities in the world live in developing countries, such as Uganda. While there is still much work to be done, the progress made thus far is a glimmer of hope for people with disabilities. Abdelrahman Alkahlout (Palestine)Title: Stolen InnocenceCamera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IVLens: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L III Inside the morgue of Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza, a Palestinian medic tenderly prepares the body of a young child for burial. The child lost his life during an airstrike that struck his family home amid the ongoing war that has gripped the region since 2023. Wrapped in a white shroud, his silent face bears witness to a fragile life cut short. This heartbreaking scene captures the profound grief and enduring resilience of families living through unimaginable suffering. Erhan Coral (Turkey)Title: Hot Springs of BudaklıCamera: Leica Q (Type 116) with fixed 28mm f1.7 Summilux lens In the heart of Eastern Turkey's winter landscape, men and water buffaloes share the warmth of the Budaklı hot springs in Bitlis. Rising mist veils the frozen surroundings, blending human and animal silhouettes in a primal ritual of survival and coexistence. While the snow-covered plains and distant mountains whisper solitude, the steamy embrace of the thermal waters becomes a sanctuary – where tradition, resilience, and nature converge in harmony. João Coelho (Portugal / Angola)Title: ExhaustionSeries: The Iron QuestCamera: Canon EOS R5Lenses: Canon RF-14-35mm f/4 L IS USM This image is part of a project documenting a group of young people working at a ship graveyard in Angola. Every day, the Titanic gang, as they call themselves, risk their lives on this beach. After overcoming strong currents and waves to reach the half-buried wrecks, they have to dive again and again into the murky, dark waters to pull heavy pieces of iron from the bottom using only the strength of their arms. After several hours of struggle they still have to drag the heavy pieces along the bottom to the beach, to put them on fragile motorcycles that take them to the place where they are weighed and sold. It's a titanic effort that earns them only $150 / £110 / AU$230 per ton, a meager reward for surviving the risks they face every day. The enormous courage, determination and resilience this gang shows every day on this beach was the real source of inspiration that led me to do this work. Francesco Gioia (Italy)Title: Hand and CigaretteCamera: Fujifilm X-Pro3Lens: Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f4-5.6 R LM OIS WRA close-up portrait capturing the elegance and rawness of age, with vivid red nails delicately holding a lit cigarette against a bold colored background. The textured skin and swirling smoke evoke a sense of character, resilience, and timeless allure. This contest proves that the best DSLRs can still hold their own against the best mirrorless cameras. To stay inspired, browse the best photography awards and contests for more inspiration.
CairoScene
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Second Edition of the Saudi Fashion Awards Set for May 22
The Saudi Fashion Commission will honour the creatives contributing to Saudi Arabia's emerging presence on the global fashion stage. May 20, 2025 The Saudi Fashion Awards return to Riyadh on May 22nd for their second edition, hosted by the Saudi Fashion Commission. The event celebrates the growing influence of Saudi creatives across fashion and beauty - industries in which the Kingdom is steadily carving out global space. This year's categories range from Fashion Stylist and Photographer of the Year to accolades for menswear, womenswear, jewellery, and the Elite Model Honorary Award. On the judging panel: Law Roach, the Hollywood stylist known for red carpet reinventions; Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group; Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission; Xavier Romatet of Institut Français de la Mode; Chalhoub Group's Mohammed Aldabbagh; and Mai Badr, Editor-in-Chief of Hia Magazine. With each edition, the awards sharpen Riyadh's profile as more than just a host city - it's a staging ground for a wider regional creative economy with its sights set firmly on the international stage.
