black and white photo of man and cloud cigarette smoking by Lauriane Bieber

Black & White Award Editors’ Picks of January 2024

Following the results of the last Black & White photography award, judged by American Fine Art photographer Monica Denevan the editorial team wants to share some of the competition entries that didn’t make it to the final selection but presented a great variety of skills, creativity, and impressed us in their overall quality.

Congratulations to our 2024 laureates for their truly inspiring work. Spanning a myriad of styles, genres, and narratives, each image serves as a testament to the remarkable talent and creativity of the photographers, as well as to the breathtaking diversity of our planet’s topography.⁠

Published February 15, 2024 - Congratulations to all selected artists: François Mille, Alex Othwnos, Will Jones-Warner, Jose Girl, Gokul das K S, Axel Schneegass, Mauro Garcia, Diana Barthauer, James Phillips, Olivia Mazzola, Lauriane Bieber, Ian McFarlane,

Call for entries

fashion fine art studio portrait of woman by Ivana Sunjic
© Ivana Sunjic
2025 Portrait AWARD

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Can you tell a story with a single glance? – in May, we invite all photographers to share portraits that narrate compelling tales, whether captured in the controlled environment of a studio, the vibrant chaos of the street, or the rich landscapes of travel.

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