Contests

“This photo represents a day of significant physical effort which was absolutely worth it. It was a nice little break of the tense everyday life during a pandemic and especially a lockdown where outdoors activities are absent.”

“Photography is a way of taking a break from life. A way where I can recharge my batteries and spend some time alone or with friends surrounded by the silence and pureness of nature.”

“Buying a camera was definitely one of the best decisions I ever made and however dramatic it might be to say, photography really did change my life for the better.”

“The winning shot is also characterized by long exposure. Actually this image from Mount Taranaki is one of my favorites. I had been wanting to get back up here for the longest time and was pretty excited when the opportunity presented itself.”

“The winning photo is that of the “Phare de La Vieille” in Brittany. This lighthouse is located at the tip of Raz. This year I had planned many trips around the world but because of the current situation I had to cancel everything, which allowed me to visit my beautiful country, France.”

“Photography is a calling for me. It is relaxation and work at the same time in every sense. That’s how I took the winning shot, just venturing out in nature in my free time in search of joy and beauty.”

“I learnt that it is good to be spontaneous, go out of your comfort zone and take every opportunity given to you, because you never know where it could lead.”

“The lighting scenes in Northern Europe are incredible. No matter if it is midnight sun or the northern lights – it is breathtaking every time. For me it is the perfect place for pictures full of longing and originality.”

“Iceland blew me away, and the colourful landscape of Landmannalaugar, where I took the winning shot, is completely out of this world! We slept in our little tent overnight in the freezing cold at a nearby campsite and set the alarm for 4am to start our early adventure.”

“My most amazing stargazing experience was this night together with my little girl, who, in all her pureness, reminded me of the importance of putting the camera down to simply contemplate the gorgeous night sky.”