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Sony National & Regional Photography Awards 2023 Have Announced Their Winners, And Here Are The Best 40 Photos
Interview With Artist
The World Photography Organisation was established in 2007 to promote photography on a global scale. Through the Sony National & Regional prize, the organization offers photographers from all around the world a platform to display their photographs.
Featuring four categories—Professional, Open, Student, and Youth—this competition draws photographers and photo artists from all around the world. This tournament has a $25,000 top prize and no registration fees. With that being said, the Sony World Photography Awards are well known for serving as an important stage for both aspiring and seasoned photographers to present their work and advance their careers.
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Bored Panda reached out to Filip Hrebenda, a photographer who recently won the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania & Moldova Regional Awards Shortlist for the Sony Awards 2023. Filip was kind enough to share his thoughts on his recent success, his approach to photography, and his advice for aspiring photographers.
Protap Shekhor Mohanto, Bangladesh, National Award Winner.
Rajeev Abeysekara, Sri Lanka, National Award Winner.
When asked about the inspiration behind his shortlisted photograph, Filip shared that the location was very dear to his heart. "I return to this place often because I have been organizing photo workshops here for years," he explained. "The photo was taken during a frosty night in the High Tatras (Slovakia). It is not easy to capture the moment when the mountain lakes are frozen and without snow at the same time. But at that night it worked well. I knew that the milky way would be moving between the hills, so I 'climbed' on all fours to an interesting crack in the ice and photographed the scene with the stars."
Roberto Pavić, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Bosnia & Herzegovina Regional Award Winner.
Filip Hrebenda, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania & Moldova Regional Awards Shortlist.
Filip was understandably pleased that his work had been recognized by such a prestigious competition. "Although photography is not a competition, I am very glad that my work attracted an international jury and was awarded several times in many photography awards over the world," he said. "This fact drives me further and further in my work."
Erhan Coral, Turkey, National Award Winner.
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When asked about his approach to photography, Filip shared that planning was a crucial element of his creative process. "It is not easy to find places that are special," he said. "That's why I first look for places and compositions that are not over-photographed yet. Subsequently, I try to capture suitable atmospheric conditions on them. It involves a lot of traveling and often difficult treks in harsh conditions."
Kevin Moncayo, Latin America, National Award 2nd Place.
Pável Vélez, Latin America, National Award 1st Place.
Despite the challenges he faces as a landscape photographer, Filip is grateful for the opportunity to pursue his passion. "Making a 'name' for yourself as a landscape photographer is not easy these days," he acknowledged. "But I'm very happy that today I can make a living doing what I enjoy."
Vlatko Rafeski, Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria & North Macedonia Regional Awards Shortlist.
Filip's advice to aspiring photographers is to focus on developing their own style rather than following current trends. "Spend a lot of time in the 'field' and perceive what is happening around you," he advised. "Try to bring these feelings into your work. This is the only way to create your style – something that will make your photography unique."
Manuel Rodríguez, Latin America, National Award Shortlist.
Milda Vyšniauskaitė, Latvia, Estonia & Lithuania Regional Award Winner.
Gyu Seob Shim, Korea, Republic Of, Korea, National Award 1st Place.
Cristina Băzăr, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania & Moldova Regional Award Winner.
Sima Bivolarska-Stoyanova, Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria & North Macedonia Regional Award Winner.
Abdelrahman Gabr, Egypt, National Award Winner.
Mateusz Żurowski, Poland, National Award Winner.
Oscar Seguel Mangiola, Latin America, National Award Shortlist.
Angela Perez, United States, National Award Winner.
Eng Tong Tan, Malaysia, National Award Winner.
So this is a national award winning picture??? I mean it’s not Bad Oeynhausen but also not very special in my opinion…
Reynaldo San Martín, Latin America, National Award Shortlist.
Hernan Jaramillo, Latin America, National Award Shortlist.
From the landscape it’s easy to think that there has been a very long drought but this gentleman won’t be caught unprepared if it starts to rain.
Andres Novales, Latin America, National Award Shortlist.
It’s dazzling how long these creatures have succeeded in living on Earth. They haven’t gotten here based simply on their charm.
Yawar Abbas, Pakistan, National Award Winner.
This is absolutely stunning. One of my absolute favourites. Love to see my country finally get included for its breathtakingly beautiful landscapes.
Niks Freimanis, Latvia, Estonia & Lithuania Regional Awards Shortlist.
Maria Guțu, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania & Moldova Regional Awards Shortlist.
Tshabalala Bongani, South Africa, National Award Winner.
Nukabari Opuama, Nigeria, National Award Winner.
Samia Berbiche, France, National Award Winner.
If you’re inclined to get into a relationship with this woman she’ll soon drive you into the poor house by your trying to keep her content with flowers.
Saravut Vanset, Thailand, National Award Winner.
Sandra Handschin, Switzerland, National Award Winner.
Okay - I have been biting my tongue throughout this collection, but no more... these photo's need descriptions!
Uku Sööt, Latvia, Estonia & Lithuania Regional Awards Shortlist.
Multiple times this number of boats could fit inside of Vladimir Putin’s mega-yacht. Joe Biden has a Corvette.
Vladimir Zivojinovic, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Bosnia & Herzegovina Regional Awards Shortlist.
Alexandros Othonos, Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria & North Macedonia Regional Awards Shortlist.
Note: this post originally had 61 images. It’s been shortened to the top 40 images based on user votes.
Enjoyed all of these. Would have liked some details but I'll settle for this.
Enjoyed all of these. Would have liked some details but I'll settle for this.
