Photo of the Month | JULY | 2016

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.

2016

JULY

At a Glance

Awarded Photos: 31

Award Segments: 28

Awarded Location: 25

Winning Position: 3

1st, 2nd, and 3rd

1st

Position

Chilko Lake Reflection by Claudio Bacinello by Claudio Bacinello

Total Award Score	81.80
Award Score by Jury	69.00 / 80
Total Share Score	12.80 / 20

2nd

Position

A Small Boy by Keith Goldstein by Keith Goldstein

Total Award Score	80.90
Award Score by Jury	68.00 / 80
Total Share Score	12.90 / 20

3rd

Position

Beggar by Keith Goldstein by Keith Goldstein

Total Award Score	80.60
Award Score by Jury	69.00 / 80
Total Share Score	11.60 / 20

List of JULY 2016 Awarded Photographs

This month, we're thrilled to present a gallery of breathtaking awarded photographs across 28 diverse segments, 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.