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Emerging Photographer of the Year

Recognising rising talent in photography

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About this category

Emerging Photographer of the Year: recognising rising talent in photography.

The judges look for the quality and range of the work, its impact on the people it was made for, and what sets this photographer apart.

Eligibility

Open to photographers early in their career, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.

Judging criteria

  • Entries are judged on the quality and range of the work
  • Creativity
  • Client or audience response and professional standards

Qualitative criteria

  • What they set out to achieve, and why it mattered
  • How they work with others
  • What people say about them

Metrics

  • Projects delivered this year
  • Clients or audiences reached
  • Recognition already received

Additional criteria

  • Include links to the work
  • The results in figures where possible and a word from a client

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Put their name forward. It is free, and a few honest lines about why is enough to start. Save a draft and finish whenever it suits you.

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