The 38th AOP Photography Awards are open to all AOP Accredited Photographer and Assisting Photographer members
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The Association of Photographers (AOP) has unveiled the work of finalists of its 38th AOP Photography Awards in association with Hahnemühle, with the judges commenting on the extremely strong quality of the entries, from capturing special moments in sport to crafting sensitive portraits.
AOP CEO Isabelle Doran commented: “It’s like opening a surprise gift box of delights, you’re not sure what you’re going to get but when you open it up you find a delightful myriad of visual treasures. This year’s finalists and winners are a delicious treat for the eyes.
We’re also genuinely thrilled to have Hahnemühle’s support for our 38th AOP Photography Awards, as our headline sponsor. There is a natural synergy between our photographers, who use Hahnemühle’s high quality sustainable Digital FineArt paper, and the brand, focusing on the physical expression and authenticity of human endeavour and photographic creativity, which is particularly significant at this moment in time.”
The AOP Photography Awards are known as the ‘Oscars’ of the photography world. They celebrate excellence in the creative photography and image-making industry.
Finalists for the 38th AOP Photography Awards will be revealed in 2023 with Gold and Silver winners announced live at the AOP Annual Showcase event in September 2023, where their winning entries will also be exhibited at the Showcase, along with selected finalists.
The 38th AOP Photography Awards will include one new Award category – Spaces.
We will also be introducing two new Award nominations, to be considered from all the selected finalists
To commemorate his contribution to the photography industry and in particular the advancement of Digital Retouching we will also be launching the Martin Evening Technical Excellence Award.
This is an opportunity to be seen by leading commissioners and names within the photographic industry and not to be missed. As in previous years, stills, moving image & innovation can now be entered into each category.
Judged By:
Fictional / staged photography and short form film reflecting lifestyle scenarios, that illustrate or promote brands, corporations, products, and ideas.
Photography and short form film where the subject, human or animal, is the primary focus of the image.
Factual / observational photography and short form film documenting real-life that informs or promotes ideals. Includes photojournalism and reportage photography.
Photography and short form film where the overall situation or location is the primary focus of the image. Includes urban, outdoors, environmental and natural landscape photography.
Photography and short form film where still life or objects are the primary focus of the image. This can be any type of object in any place.
Photography and short form film where food or drink is the primary focus of the image.
Photography and short form film that illustrates or promotes clothing or beauty products.
Photography and short form film where sport or fitness activity is the primary focus of the image, includes sports fans and venues.
A long-term photographic project on a singular subject that portrays a narrative, illustrated in a series of 10-20 images, or short form film.
Judged By:
Photography and short form film where interior spaces, built exteriors and locations are the primary focus of the image.
Not a member? If you would like to become an AOP Accredited or Assistant Photographer member, please click here.
AOP Discovery Member Award
Like our Accredited Photographer members, AOP Assisting photographer members are eligible to enter the Photography Categories with the chance of winning an AOP Discovery Award. This award enables us to discover and nurture new talent within our Assisting Photographer membership, and offer those who are selected, the chance to become Accredited Photographer members. If you would like to become an AOP Assisting Photographer member or would like to apply to become an AOP Accredited Photographer member, please click here.
NEW for 2023:
We will also be introducing two new Award nominations, to be considered from all the selected finalists.
AOP Best Commissioned Work Award
AOP Best Personal Work Award
Martin Evening Technical Excellence Award. To commemorate his contribution to the photography industry and in particular the advancement of Digital Retouching for stills photography and short form film. More details to follow
All Award entry eligible AOP Members will receive one free entry to the 38th AOP Photography Awards.
Entry Fees
(All prices include VAT @20%)
Early Bird – 13 January 2023 – 17 February 2023
Single – £25.00
Series – £42.00
Project – £62.50
Regular Entry – 18 February 2023 – 10 March 2023
Single – £30.00
Series – £50.00
Project – £75.00
Flash Sale – 1pm 11 April 2023 – 1pm 12 April 2023
Single – £28.00
Series – £46.00
Project – £70.00
Regular Entry returns – 12 April 2023 – 24 April 2023
Final Week Pricing – 25 April 2023 – 2 May 2023
Single – £50.00
Series – £70.00
Project – £95.00
Assisting Photographer member prices
To encourage new talent and support the work of our Assisting Photographer members, the AOP offers them a vastly reduced rate, available across the whole entry period. These prices are:
Single – £15
Series – £25
Project – £37
The Association of Photographers is a membership organisation dedicated to promoting, protecting and educating photographers of all levels – from those starting out, to experienced professionals, and everyone in between.
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The AOP Photography Awards are known as the ‘Oscars’ of the photography world. They celebrate excellence in the creative photography and image-making industry.
This is your chance to be seen by leading commissioners and names within the photographic industry. Our 38th AOP Awards finalists are now revealed…
