Black & White Award Editors’ Picks of January 2026

Following last month’s Black & White Photography Award—judged by the renowned American artist Jason M. Peterson—our editorial team is proud to spotlight a selection of standout entries that narrowly missed the final round.

We were deeply impressed by the caliber of talent on display. From gritty street photography to ethereal conceptual portraiture, the submissions demonstrated a mastery of the monochrome medium. While these images didn’t make the final shortlist, they perfectly capture the enduring power of black and white, and we are delighted to share them with you.

Published February 16, 2026 - Congratulations to all selected artists: Alen Međić, Clarisse Holmiere, Miller Dabbs, Irina Dzhul, Eva Losada Membibre, Juan Lopez Ruiz, Stefan Groepper, Leszek Paradowski, Juliette Bongers, Oliver Massolo, Osama Elolemy, Ray Vázquez,

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2026 Visual Story AWARD

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In February, the Visual Story award seeks to recognize photographers producing compelling narratives in a range of genres, including social documentary, portraiture, street, imaginative storytelling, fine art, travel, and more. Enter today and show us YOUR stories!

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