Photo of the Month  |  JULY  |  2026

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.

2026
JULY
At a Glance
Awarded Photos: 11
Award Segments: 28
Awarded Location: 10
Winning Position: 3
1st, 2nd, and 3rd
1st
Position
Playing with Water by Lavi Dhurve by Lavi Dhurve
Playing with Water by Lavi Dhurve
Total Award Score 70.30
Award Score by Jury 69.50 / 80
Total Share Score 1.20 / 20
2nd
Position
Morning by Shirren Lim by Shirren Lim
Morning by Shirren Lim
Total Award Score 69.40
Award Score by Jury 68.00 / 80
Total Share Score 1.70 / 20
3rd
Position
Her Eyes and the Flower by Ryszard Wierzbicki by Ryszard Wierzbicki
Her Eyes and the Flower by Ryszard Wierzbicki
Total Award Score 68.90
Award Score by Jury 67.00 / 80
Total Share Score 2.30 / 20