PHOTO OF THE MONTH | DECEMBER | 2019

This month, we present a collection of captivating photographs submitted by amateur and professional worldwide. These images have earned these photographers a coveted spot in the world’s top 100 photographers list by winning our Photo of the Month competition and participating in an exclusive interview. This prestigious recognition not only places them among the most admired photographers but also qualifies them for an International Press Card and opens doors to scholarships and grants for photography and photojournalism programs at our university, spanning diplomas, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

2019

DECEMBER

AT A GLANCE

Awarded Photos: 31
Award Categories: 27
Awarded Location: 31
Winning Position: 3
1st, 2nd, and 3rd

1st

POSITION

Lonely Bird in the Cold Himalayas by Sarthak Pattanaik
Lonely bird in the cold Himalayas by Sarthak Pattanaik

Total Award Score

76.88

Award Score by Jury69 / 80
Total Share Score7.88 / 20

2nd

POSITION

Her Eyes by Moslem Azimi
Her Eyes by Moslem Azimi

Total Award Score

75.32

Award Score by Jury69 / 80
Total Share Score
6.32 / 20

3rd

POSITION

The Kings Head Crab Salad by Paul Matthews
The Kings Head Crab Salad by Paul Matthews

Total Award Score

74.92

Score by Jury68 / 80
Total Share Score
6.92 / 20

LIST OF DECEMBER 2019 AWARDED PHOTOGRAPHS

This month, we’re thrilled to present a gallery of breathtaking awarded photographs across 27 diverse categories, representing stunning locations from around the globe. Our international jury, comprising five esteemed members, assigned 80% of the award score, while social responses, organic reach, and reviews prior to the announcement date determined the remaining 20%. The photographs with the highest Total Award Score claimed the top three spots as winners of the Photo of the Month.

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