The London Photography Awards program celebrates, honours, and recognises excellence in photography worldwide, advocating those who bring ideas to life, with different techniques and creative approaches, whilst demonstrating the millennia-long history of The Swinging City and its advancing beauty.
This award recognises the diverse photographic styles that encapsulate the world, engendered from various industries throughout society, ranging from: publications to video, business services to scientic trades, as well as the art and photography industry themselves. What matters most is your individualistic creative vision and ability to transfer them into phenomenal works of art, that will be as long lasting as London’s history, enshrined for millennia to come.
The London Photography Awards categories consists of London Photography, Architecture Photography, Advertising Photography, Commercial Photography, Editorial Photography, Fine Art Photography, Nature Photography, People Photography, Black & White Photography, Fashion Photography, Minimalist Photography, Special Categories and other Film Photography, such as Event Photography, Mobile Photography, Film Photography, etc.
The London Photography Awards aims to redefine and push the boundaries of photography, where
every aspect of a still image is carefully
taken to reach international standards. Whether you are a professional or amateur photographer,
your creativity will shine
through the camera lens.
Photographer of the Year
(Professional)
Receive the 2026 London Photography Awards statuette and a $3,000 cash prize
Photographer of the Year
(Amateur / Student)
Receive the 2026 London Photography Awards statuette and a $2,000 cash prize
Category Winners
(Professional & Amateur / Student)
$100 cash prize* each
Professional (11 Categories) & Amateur / Student (11 Categories)
Platinum & Gold Winners
Printable e-Certificate
Be interviewed and featured on Muse.World, our third-party media partner website
Dedicated winner’s page and social media posts
London Photographers of the Year: Mital Patel (Professional) and João Coelho (Amateur/Student Category).
Category Winners of the Year: Chris Ha, H.H.van.den.Ham, Kenichiro Tsukada, Kenji S, Liam Man, Philipp Malli, Roberto Pazzi
Photographer / Company
Mital Patel
Category
Nature Photography - Volcanic
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
João Coelho
Category
Editorial Photography - Documentary
Country / Region
Portugal
Photographer / Company
Roberto Pazzi
Category
People Photography - Culture
Country / Region
Spain
Photographer / Company
Liam Man
Category
Editorial Photography - Environmental
Country / Region
United Kingdom
Photographer / Company
Kenichiro Tsukada
Category
Black & White Photography - Street
Country / Region
Japan
Photographer / Company
Philipp Malli
Category
Nature Photography - Macro
Country / Region
Austria
Photographer / Company
Kenji S
Category
Nature Photography - Macro
Country / Region
Japan
Photographer / Company
H.H.van.den.Ham
Category
Architecture Photography - Light and Shadow
Country / Region
Netherlands
Photographer / Company
Chris Ha
Category
People Photography - Culture
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
Abdelrahman Alkahlout
Category
Editorial Photography - War/Conflict
Country / Region
Turkey
Photographer / Company
Francisco Negroni
Category
London Photography - Night
Country / Region
Chile
Photographer / Company
Mital Patel
Category
Fine Art Photography - Seascape
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
Liam Man
Category
Special Category - Long Exposure Photography
Country / Region
United Kingdom
Photographer / Company
Lucas Dragone
Category
People Photography - Culture
Country / Region
Belgium
Photographer / Company
João Coelho
Category
Editorial Photography - Documentary
Country / Region
Portugal
Photographer / Company
Liam Man
Category
Nature Photography - Seascape
Country / Region
United Kingdom
This digital display immerses you in a curated exhibition, showcasing critically-acclaimed images from the 2024 London Photography Awards gallery. Browse through this exhibition at your personal leisure, feast your eyes upon each breathtaking photograph, and be absorbed in each detailed accompanying caption.
Throughout this exhibition, you’ll discover the awe-inspiring Photographers of Year, Category Winners of the Year, as well as Platinum Winners, from the Professional and Amateur/Student divisions.
*Clicking on an image will bring you closer to said image and clicking on the little “i“ icon, at the top right of the screen, will allow you to learn more about that amazing piece.
LITO STATUETTE
LITO, the London Photography Awards Statuette, emanates a strong will that ultimately inspires all photographers to capture the advancing beauty that surrounds us. Having the soul of a British native, this photogenic mascot rewards all creatively captured photographs, that are deemed worthy, with accolades that may just propel photography careers, across the photography industry spans infinitely throughout.
This 13” figurine, positioned on top of a solid zinc-alloy base, symbolizes the epitome of photography itself, with its facial features that resemble a collection of photography devices, encouraging these amazing photographers to pick up their cameras, and helping them achieve the exposure they truly deserve, eventually reaching international eminence.
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“ It's a fantastic feeling to have my work recognised by such an illustrious creative body. I'm thrilled to be noticed among some amazing photographers across the world and am excited to continue sharing in the future. ”
~ Simon Heather, United Kingdom
“ The world is full of so many creative and talented artists. To be selected among these people as the winner of the awards is so exciting and humbling. Thank you to all those who have helped me along my way. ”
~ Lee Nordbye, Canada
“ Thanks! It's an incredible and unexpected thrill! I am honoured to receive these important recognitions, it incites me to continue and gives me even more strength and energy to believe in my work and passion. ”
~ Valentina Benigni, France
“ Thank you! For me, as for any other photographer, this distinction is the best way to affirm that our work matters. It encourages us to keep moving forward, even during tough times. Winning this award is always a moment to reflect on what's been achieved so far and to ask new questions. It opens up new paths that translate into new work and fresh ideas. ”
~ Irina Lokteva Pikalova, Spain
“ Winning the London Photography Awards is an extraordinary honour that reflects the hard work and dedication I put into my photography. This recognition inspires me to continue pushing the boundaries of my photography, striving to inspire others with the beauty we find together. ”
~ Jan-Tore Oevrevik, United States
The International Awards Associate (IAA) is a group of industry innovators, creators, designers and communications professionals whose commitment is to move the industry forward through discovery and recognition of new and existing talent.
