PHOTO OF THE MONTH | MAY | 2021

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.

2021

MAY

AT A GLANCE

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

1st

POSITION

Childhood by Azam Rasouli
Childhood by Azam Rasouli

Total Award Score

72.22

Award Score by Jury69.5 / 80
Total Share Score2.72 / 20

2nd

POSITION

The Old Center of Prague by Mirka Krivankova
The Old Center of Prague by Mirka Krivankova

Total Award Score

69.02

Award Score by Jury68 / 80
Total Share Score
1.02 / 20

3rd

POSITION

The best Gift! by Ermal Kaloshi
The best Gift! by Ermal Kaloshi

Total Award Score

68.54

Score by Jury68 / 80
Total Share Score
0.54 / 20

LIST OF MAY 2021 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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