October 2024

Bangladeshi photographer Sanchayan Chowdhury with the shot "Eid Journey" is the  Photographer of the Year URBAN Photo Awards 2024, chosen by the president of the jury Harry Gruyaert among all the first ranked in the Streets, People,

Our usual exhibitions are back with the best photos of URBAN Photo Awards 2024 !It's going to be a series of large collective exhibitions in Trieste and in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region ,

We are thrilled to announce Ekaterina Frolova as the winner of The Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award. This newly introduced Under 35 Special Prize at the URBAN Photo Awards is a heartfelt tribute to the

For the seventh year in a row, the collaboration between URBAN Photo Awards and the Municipality of Trieste will give life to a prestigious exhibition-award at the Civic Sartorio Museum for a finalist projects in

After months of anticipation, submissions from talented photographers around the world, rigorous reviews, and careful judgment by our esteemed panel of jurors, we have finally reached the pivotal moment. Today, we proudly unveil the Winners

Max Cavallari has been honored with the URBAN Press Award 2024 for his striking project, Drowned Choice. This powerful work provides a poignant exploration of the catastrophic floods that ravaged Emilia Romagna in May 2023.

We are thrilled to announce that Nadia Marmondi has won the inaugural URBAN Zine Award for her evocative project Divenire (Becoming) . Marmondi's zine delves into the interplay between human emotions and natural elements, using

We are proud to announce that Maria Pansini has won the URBAN Book Award for her moving editorial documentary SEA, STEEL AND SORROW. This project explores the city of Taranto, Italy, and the devastating impact

Step into the vibrant world of urban photography with URBAN Unveils the City and Its Secrets. Now in its 10th edition, this volume is a celebration of street photography, showcasing diverse and dynamic perspectives from

URBAN Photo Awards is excited to inaugurate the first collective photography exhibition of URBAN Exhibits at Trieste Airport. This series of exhibitions curated by URBAN, which reveals the city in anticipation of the 11th edition

We’re thrilled to announce the Finalists in the Book & Zine category for URBAN 2024!This year, we have an important update: the winners of the Book & Zine category will be the first to celebrate

As we approach the final stage of the URBAN Photo Awards, we’re excited to reveal the Finalists who have emerged from weeks of rigorous evaluations of our esteemed URBAN jury. The jurors has spent countless

We're thrilled to announce the Semifinalists in the Book & Zine category for URBAN 2024! These outstanding photographers have captured the jury's attention and are now one step closer to victory.As we move forward, we’re

Today marks an exciting milestone as we announce the photographers who have advanced to the Semifinalists round in the Single Photo and Projects & Portfolios categories. These talented artists have impressed greatly our URBAN 2024

URBAN Photo Awards 2024 continue to captivate with a surge of creative energy, showcasing the diverse talents from around the globe. As anticipation builds towards the grand finale at Trieste Photo Days, we are delighted

The moment we've all been waiting for has arrived – URBAN Photo Arena 2024 is here! This international photo contest celebrates the talent of young Under 35 photographers with a format akin to knockout rounds

Get ready to discover the champions of URBAN Photo Awards 2024!This journey promises to be full of excitement and anticipation, culminating in October during the Trieste Photo Days festival. Join us in the vibrant coastal

Unprecedented Achievement This year, the URBAN Photo Awards have reached unprecedented heights, breaking all previous records and setting new benchmarks in the world of photography contests. With overwhelming participation from photographers around the globe, the fifteenth

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your enthusiastic participation in the 2024 URBAN Photo Awards. Your nominations have truly impressed us. You have demonstrated talent, creativity and passion for the art of photography.The official deadline has now passed,

Here we are! The closing day for URBAN 2024 has arrived Tonight (Sunday, June 16th 2024) at 11.59 pm CET we will close the submissions for the 5 categories Single Photos, Projects & Portfolios, URBAN Book&Zine

"Il Fotografo" Editorial coordinator Federica Berzioli will judge the first edition of the URBAN Zine Award  URBAN celebrates again its long lasting and fruitful Partnership with esteemed italian photography magazine "Il Fotografo"! We are honored to have

There are only 2 DAYS left until the deadline! We want to remember our last year’s URBAN Photo Award winners. The 2023 Winners were announced and awarded live at the URBAN Photo Awards ceremony, Saturday 28 October

There are only 3 DAYS left until deadline! Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from you photographers[su_highlight background="#ff8207" color="#000000"] URBAN Photo Awards [/su_highlight]   I want to enter URBAN 2024. Am I still on time? Yes,

URBAN Photo Awards is celebrating its 15th anniversary, inviting photographers worldwide to submit their final entries by June 16th, 2024. The prizepool has reached another peak at €45,900! Here's a recap all the essential info

A new URBAN prize is designed to nurture young talent and foster their creative spirit in an international environment: we are thrilled to partner again with the School of Creative Photography in Krakow, Poland. This collaboration

We are honored to announce new Under 35 Special Prize "The Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award". A tribute to the late Patricia D. Richards, whose remarkable life and career continue to inspire photographers and art

 Manfrotto, the renowned brand in the field of photographic equipment, continues to demonstrate its commitment to offering superior products and innovative solutions for photography enthusiasts around the world. As our technical partner, Manfrotto has proven

 We're delighted to announce our partnership with Stroppa Straps for the URBAN Photo Awards 2024. Renowned for their high-quality camera straps, Stroppa seamlessly combines style and functionality, making them a favorite among photography enthusiasts worldwide. Celebrating

Born in Belgium in 1941, Harry Gruyaert grew up in a strict, traditional Catholic-Flemish family.Since he was very young, he knew that he wanted to do film and photography. In 1962 he left for Paris

Adam Pretty is an expert in photography planning and design, and one of the most innovative and influential sports photographers.His pre-eminence in the fields of action photography and sports reportage has been recognised worldwide. Adam

  The 15th URBAN Photo Awards 2024 competition includes a major prize: the URBAN Press Award. The Winner will be chosen and published by the best press in the field of photography, giving him or her

The URBAN Book Award section is dedicated to extended projects (“dummies”, sketches of photo books), ideal for photographers who feel the limit of 12 photos set for the Projects & Portfolios section as a restraint. The award

Acclaimed australian professional photographer Adam Pretty joins the super-jury of URBAN Photo Awards 2024 with the task of choosing the Winner of the Projects & Portfolios section. Together with Harry Gruyaert and Paul Gadd, Pretty

This year, URBAN Photo Awards is honored to have Magnum photographer Harry Gruyaert as the Jury President. Gruyaert, along with a panel of esteemed industry professionals, including Adam Pretty and Paul Gadd, will meticulously select

Paul Gadd is a talented British artist and photographer who has found his passion in the art of photography. His interest in photography began during his studies at the Epsom School of Art, where he

Denis Curti, a prominent name in the world of photography, holds numerous prestigious roles: he is the artistic director of Le Stanze della Fotografia in Venice; the photography sector representative for Marsilio Editore; the director

Giorgio Celiberti, born in Udine in 1929, distinguished himself early in the art world by participating in the 1948 Venice Biennale at just nineteen years old.His artistic training took place in Venice, where he attended

Giorgio Celiberti's "Special Prize for Artistic Sensitivity"  In Search of the Extraordinary   What does it take to be an artist? At URBAN Photo Awards 2024, amidst the hundreds of talented photographers, only one exceptional voice will stand out

Founder and Director of URBAN Photo Awards, Trieste Photo Days and Exhibit Around APS ETS | Juror at URBAN Photo Awards.Stefano Ambroset is the creative force behind significant photographic initiatives such as the URBAN Photo

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Merel Galestian is the CEO and co-founder of Artdoc Photography Magazine, an online magazine dedicated to the world of art and documentary photography.Artdoc Photography Magazine is an international online magazine dedicated to the world of

Founder of the Cracow School of Art and Fashion Design and School of Creative Photography (SKF). A photographer with very extensive experience in both commercial work and teaching photography, which is his great passion. He

  Introducing URBAN Photo Arena, the URBAN section where hundreds of young Under 35 photographers show their passion by participating in a new exciting format competition. Think of it as a thrilling sports tournament, but instead

Get Ready, Photographers! URBAN Photo Awards 2024 once again opened its doors, welcoming gritty street scenes, architectural marvels, and urban landscapes. If you're passionate about capturing the essence of city life, this is your platform

The international photography contest URBAN Photo Awards is here: registrations will open on Monday 1st April and this 15th edition will be the largest and most important ever.URBAN Photo Awards is the most prestigious international

Winner of the URBAN Book Award 2023 with his project Cafuné, chosen by Commission member and world-renowned photojournalist Kadir van Lohuizen.

Winner of the Projects & Portoflios category of URBAN Photo Awards 2023 with his series "The Post-Industrial Rust Belt". Awarded by Magnum Photographer Jerome Sessini.

#URBANinsights is a yearly series of exclusive interviews dedicated to the winners of URBAN Photo Awards. Discover insights into the work, life and projects of the protagonists of the 2023 edition.

Overall winner of the URBAN Photo Awards 2023 with her shot "Going to save them from the abnormal heat". Awarded by jury president Alex Sloth among the first classified in the four categories of the

A prize pool now exceeding €40,000 and a stellar panel of international esteemed jurors: URBAN is the contest where your urban photography shines on a global stage!  A Growing Prize Pool URBAN has extended its deadline to

The winning photo book of the 14th edition of URBAN Book Award 2023 personally selected and awarded by the Dutch photographer and member of NOOR Images Kadir van Lohuizen.

The 9th volume of the "URBAN Unveils the City and its Secrets" series that includes the work of 222 photographers ranked in URBAN Photo Awards 2023. The series provides the reader with an overview of

Emanuele Costanzo is the founder and publisher of FOTO Cult, a magazine that he established in 2003. With an appreciation for both the technical and cultural dimensions of photography, Emanuele created a comprehensive publication that

My passion for photography stems from a desire to explore the light and the world around us. Through my photos, I strive to uncover hidden truths that require an open-minded approach to be fully understood.

Born in 1993 in Paris, Arthur Dayras is the Head of Partnerships for the newspaper The Eye of Photography. He also works as the Head of Cabinet at the Musée national d'art moderne - Centre Pompidou

Matjaž Tančič (1982) is lens-based artist working mainly on documentary and independent projects between China and Slovenia. His work explores the lines between documentary, portrait and art photography to engage with social and cultural issues.