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Wow, Did You See That? Award-Winning Photos That Hit You Right In The Feels
Award-winning photographs that capture emotions are truly something special. They tell stories without using words and make you feel connected to the moment. The National & Regional Awards 2025 Winners and Shortlisters have some of the most incredible and beautiful images you can imagine. Each picture shows real life — joy, sadness, hope, or surprise — and they really touch your heart.
What makes these photos amazing is how they freeze a moment in time that feels alive.
The photographers behind these photos have done a fantastic job of seeing the world in a unique way and sharing those feelings with all of us. It’s like every image is telling a story that stays with you long after you’ve seen it.
In the end, these award-winning photographs remind us why pictures are such a powerful art form. They go beyond simple beauty and dive deep into human emotions, making us pause and appreciate life from different angles. The National & Regional Awards 2025 winners and shortlisters have truly raised the bar, inspiring both photographers and viewers to feel more and see more.
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‘Untitled’ by Irina Zaiteva
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A young goat next to its mother.
‘The Fighters’ by Panagiotis Rontos
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A portrait of two children after the revival of oil wrestling matches on Hill ‘Chilia’ at the border between Greece and Bulgaria. Oil wrestling is a tradition that dates back thousands of years.
‘Spider-Verse’ by Wan Yong Chong
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In this photograph, a group of freedivers skilfully defy gravity, suspended upside down beneath a boat in clear water. Their silhouettes create a mesmerising scene that is reminiscent of the ‘Spider-Verse’; their forms seem to dance in harmony with the underwater world, blending the artistry of human movement with the fluidity of aquatic life.
Captured by Lior Berman Fernández
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‘Phantom Bloom’ by Rajeev Gaikwad
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Amidst a vast abandoned waste marble dumping yard in Kishangarh, Rajasthan, a lone tree reaches towards the sky, its bare branches a testament to its resilience. Hanging from the branch, the vivid burst of colour of the two bags introduces a touch of humanity. In this image, the photographer reflects on the delicate balance between nature and human presence in an unforgiving landscape.
‘Juol Mouy!’ by Rabik Upadhayay
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In a rundown karaoke bar – popularly known as a KTV – a young waitress waits for customers. Away from the tourist hubs of Siem Reap, Cambodia, these local KTVs echo with the shouts of ‘juol mouy!’ (Khmer for ‘cheers!’). These lively spots attract men from all walks of life seeking food, music and conversation with the young waitresses. VIP boxes offer private karaoke for an extra fee, with the girls welcoming patrons late into the night.
‘Curverd Stream’ by Ng Guang Ze
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During a solo hike in Wenhai, China, the photographer came across a serene, narrow stream meandering through dark grasslands, flowing towards a vast, still lake in the distance. The image was edited with muted tones and high contrast to evoke the look of a pencil sketch, capturing the solitude and tranquillity of the journey.
‘Mulagljufur Canyon’ by Timo Zilz
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This image captures the essence of Icelandic natural landscapes: green and brown moss, water cascading down a canyon and a mountain covered in snow and fog.
‘Untitled’ by Ahmed Abdallah
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The Abu Al-Fasad bird is known for its elegance and graceful movements. This small bird holds a special place in the Egyptian environment, symbolising vibrant nature and beauty. Photographed at Dahab Island, Giza, this image reveals the intricate details of the bird in flight against a natural backdrop. The photographer waited for four hours in the direct sun, to capture this moment.
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