color photo of young monks in Varanasi, India by Thibault Gerbaldi. People Award

People Award Editors’ Picks of December 2024

Following last month’s People award, judged by the legendary Steve McCurry, we are thrilled and privileged to showcase a selection of exceptional competition entries that, while not making the final selection, left a lasting impression due to their extraordinary quality.

A mother and daughter dance together as the sun dips over the Tibetan plains. A priest reads scripture by candlelight in one of Tigray’s ancient rock-hewn churches. Workers in traditional hats harvest tea in the lush fields of Vietnam. In Amman, Jordan, two old friends—and a feathered companion—argue playfully over a game of backgammon, escaping the afternoon heat. These unique moments, captured with remarkable artistry, perceptivity, and skill, collectively celebrate the extraordinary diversity that defines our world.

Published January 20, 2025 - Congratulations to all selected artists: Mikael Wardhana, Mitchell Kanashkevich, Leon Foggitt, Chris Ha, William Woody, Ronan Buckley, Laurin Strele, Federico Frangi, Marian Plaino, Justin Tay, Michael Dunn, Veronika Verbitskaia, Thibault Gerbaldi, Annelaure Pothin, Sebastian Sardi,

Open for entries

color portrait photo of a sadhu and monkey in Varanasi, India by Mahendra Bakle
© Mahendra Bakle
2025 Visual Story AWARD

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In February, we are looking for photographers who produce compelling narratives in a wide range of genres: portraiture, documentary, street, fine art, travel, and more – Enter today and show us YOUR stories!

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Deadline: 28 February 2025

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