PHOTO OF THE MONTH | DECEMBER | 2023

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.

2023

DECEMBER

AT A GLANCE

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

1st

POSITION

A Pleasure to Ride a Camel by Derya Yazar Atasever
A Pleasure to Ride a Camel by Derya Yazar Atasever

Total Award Score

69.22

Award Score by Jury69 / 80
Total Share Score0.22 / 20

2nd

POSITION

Stronger Short with Texture by Karthick Saravanan
Stronger Short with Texture by Karthick Saravanan

Total Award Score

68.7

Award Score by Jury68 / 80
Total Share Score
0.7 / 20

3rd

POSITION

Little Bird by Sarvenaz Saadat
Little Bird by Sarvenaz Saadat

Total Award Score

68.22

Score by Jury67 / 80
Total Share Score
1.22 / 20

LIST OF DECEMBER 2023 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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