Street Photography Award September 2026
Theme: Street PhotographyCompetition Judge: Vineet Vohra
The Street Photography competition celebrated and rewarded photographers who excelled at observing and capturing life on the streets. Whether exploring their own urban environments or discovering new territories and cultures, entrants shared spontaneous and fleeting moments—and it was our great pleasure to present the work of these exceptionally talented artists!
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Finalists
Jury's Feedback
1ST PRIZE: Sumitro Banerjee
“There is something beautifully honest about this frame. The boy’s glance pulls me in, while life carries on behind him, unaware and unposed. It feels less like a photograph taken, and more like a moment you were lucky enough to witness.” — Vineet Vohra
2ND PRIZE: Zeren Y
“What draws me in is how three ordinary people suddenly become a rhythm, without any of them knowing it. The hats repeat, the faces disappear into light and shadow, and the city quietly becomes their stage. Nothing feels arranged. Life did the composition; the photographer simply recognised the moment.” — Vineet Vohra
3RD PRIZE: Zach Nash
“A beautifully timed image that finds a quiet moment of contemplation amidst the crowd. The central subject draws the eye immediately, his piercing gaze framed tightly by the bold graphics and metallic glint of the marching band. Color, geometry, and human emotion converge seamlessly, turning a brief lull into a compelling story that exemplifies the potential of street photography.” – The Independent Photographer Editors
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© Vineet Vohra
Judge: Vineet Vohra
Vineet Vohra is an internationally acclaimed Indian street photographer and educator celebrated for transforming everyday scenes into striking geometric compositions. A fine arts graduate from Delhi’s College of Art, he made history in 2015 as the first Indian Leica Ambassador. He shares his visual philosophy globally through workshops, major festival juries, and his debut monograph, Serendipity (2024). Featured in National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Guardian, Vohra remains one of the most compelling voices in contemporary street photography.
