One of the most influential photographers of our time (and judge of our current Travel Photography Award), Michael Yamashita has spent much of his five-decade-long career traveling Asia, capturing truly extraordinary images that distill the essence of this vast, diverse continent.

Bill Shapiro, judge of our 2025 Black & White Award (now open for entries), is one of the most influential voices in photography, responsible for publishing some of the most iconic images of our time.