Announced the Selected Photographers for the URBAN Book & Zine Award

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 to unveil the Selected Photographers for the prestigious URBAN Book & Zine Award. This year, the spotlight shines on the artistry of extended projects and the narrative power of zines, a testament to the enduring beauty of print and storytelling through photography.

URBAN Stories Told Through Pages

At the heart of the URBAN Book & Zine Award lies the appreciation for the beauty of editorial photography—where every page unfolds a new chapter, every image speaks a visual language, and every layout tells a story. The competition’s overwhelming response underscores the global appeal of editorial forms such as magazines and books as powerful storytelling mediums.

URBAN will publish the winning book and zine, ensuring these exceptional projects reach international audiences in beautifully printed formats. Each submission embodies the essence of urban life through the lens of its creator, pushing boundaries and redefining the art of photographic storytelling.”

Meet the Jurors

Federica Berzioli, coordinator at IL FOTOGRAFO (Sprea Editori Group), brings extensive expertise in the world of editorial photography. She is already a member of URBAN’s Press Award Commission and now leads as the first URBAN Zine Award Judge. Berzioli’s focus on visual communication and integration of photography with writing ensures a rigorous evaluation process. She actively reviews portfolios, serves on juries for national photographic awards, and organizes photography-related discussions.

Paul Gadd, a British artist and photographer, specializes in printmaking and artistic photography. His career began at Epsom School of Art and continued with a master’s degree in “Photography in the Arts” from Swansea Metropolitan University. He gained experience in the fashion industry before transitioning to freelance work in Asia. Paul’s unique style, developed through film and printing techniques, is showcased at The Print Room, his studio and gallery in Kuala Lumpur. His prints, crafted with meticulous detail and often employing the ancient encaustic technique, resonate with collectors worldwide. Paul will lend his expertise to select the winning author fot the URBAN Book Award.