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2018 AWARD THEME
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Featured WINNERS 2018
JOOP SWART MASTERCLASS NOMINATION FOR GRAND PRIZE WINNER
For the fourth consecutive year, the Grand Prize Winner of the IAFOR Documentary Photography Award will automatically be included in the final list of nominees for the prestigious Joop Swart Masterclass in Amsterdam*. IAFOR is grateful for the ongoing support...
Thaddeus Pope / 24th August 2018
ANNOUNCING THE 2018 JUDGING PANEL
IAFOR is delighted to announce that Maria Teresa Salvati (Slideluck Editorial) and Ziyah Gafic (VII Photo Agency) have been named as Guest Judges for this year's IAFOR Documentary Photography Award, alongside our Founding Judge, Dr Paul Lowe (VII Photo Agency/University...
ZIYAH GAFIC JOINS 2018 JUDGING PANEL
Ziyah Gafic from VII Photo Agency joins the 2018 IAFOR Documentary Photography Award Judging Panel alongside Dr Paul Lowe and Maria Teresa Salvati.
TESTIMONIES OF LIGHT: PHOTOGRAPHY, WITNESSING AND HISTORY
In his Keynote Presentation at ECAH2017, Dr Paul Lowe from the University of the Arts London discusses how the photographic image has engaged with the historical moment, from its inception in the mid nineteenth century to the present day.
MARIA TERESA SALVATI JOINS 2018 JUDGING PANEL
Maria Teresa Salvati joins the 2018 IAFOR Documentary Photography Award Judging Panel alongside Dr Paul Lowe (VII Photo Agency/University of the Arts London) and Ziyah Gafic (VII Photo Agency).
THINK TANK PHOTO SPONSORS PRIZES FOR FOURTH YEAR
Think Tank Photo, in their commitment to supporting new talent, has generously agreed to offer a Think Tank Photo camera bag to this year's Grand Prize Winner, as well as the Second and Third Place finishers, and the Honourable Mentions....
Thaddeus Pope / 9th August 2018
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The International Academic Forum (IAFOR) was founded in Nagoya, Japan, in 2009 as a research organisation, conference organiser and publisher dedicated to encouraging interdisciplinary discussion, facilitating intercultural awareness and promoting international exchange, principally through educational interaction and academic research. By creating opportunities for dialogue between academics and thought leaders, IAFOR has become a pioneer in providing the research avenues and visionary development solutions that are necessary in our rapidly emerging globalised world.
This information exchange takes place through IAFOR's academic events in Asia, Europe, North America and the Middle East. IAFOR's interdisciplinary conferences are diverse and inclusive network hubs, where academics come from all over the world to generate, share and nurture new knowledge and ideas. IAFOR makes much of the content generated freely available to the world through its Open Access publications and audiovisual media repositories.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is in the top 6 universities in the world for art and design. We offer an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. Our graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide.
The University draws together 6 renowned colleges, each with its own world-class reputation. Our state of the art facilities include workshops with letterpress machinery, studio theatres, gallery space as well as libraries and archives for research into hundreds of years of the greatest artists and designers.
UAL is a pioneering world leader in design and media education with internationally renowned BA and MA courses in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography. Its alumni have won numerous awards including the World Press Photo Daily Life Singles category and the Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize.
The World Press Photo Foundation is a major force in developing and promoting the work of visual journalists, with a range of activities and initiatives that span the globe.
We were formed in 1955, when a group of Dutch photographers organized a contest to expose their work to international colleagues. That annual contest has since grown into one of the most prestigious awards in photojournalism and multimedia storytelling, and the exhibition it produces is seen by four million people worldwide each year.
We work to develop and promote quality visual journalism because people deserve to see their world and express themselves freely. Freedom of information, freedom of inquiry and freedom of speech are more important than ever, and quality visual journalism is essential for the accurate and independent reporting that makes these freedoms possible. Today, when the world, the press and photography itself are undergoing seismic changes, we strive to help both visual journalists and their audience understand and respond to these transformations so these freedoms can be secured.
35 years in the photographic industry has taught us that every person who works here is as important as our clients. Our aim is for a flexible workforce with multi-skilled and cross-trained people so that our level of expertise is second to none.
We enjoy working in a friendly atmosphere and we want you to feel welcome too. Walk through our doors and you'll find us a very approachable enthusiastic sort, just take a look at our staff profiles for a sneak peek into who we are and our backgrounds. We know a lot about photography and we take the time to understand your needs and tailor our service to best suit you. This personal approach, supported by Metro's many years of experience, plus the most comprehensive range of photographic services in the UK, means that whatever you throw at us we are confident we can exceed your expectations.
Honesty and trust are just as important to us. We strive to create an environment of openness and communication, where both staff and clients feel valued alike. It is this culture of integrity and creativity that inspires loyalty and the desire to work together to provide a unique and constantly improving service. Metro can offer you something you won't find anywhere else.
Metro has always been at the forefront of photography because it has kept inspiration at the heart of everything it does. We are never happier than when we are developing ideas and breaking new ground. That all sounds very expansive and grand – we aren't so busy gazing into the horizon that we don't recognise the importance of professionalism. The quality of our work reflects how much we love what we do and the pride we take in getting it just right for every customer.
Don't just take our word for it, drop in or give us a call and we'll be happy to show you what Metro can do.
Think Tank Photo designs camera carrying solutions for working professionals. Our products are born from the collaborative efforts of professional photographers and product designers, working together with a common goal — to create the most inventive and effective solutions for all photographic situations. We go to great lengths to listen to our core customers and translate their feedback in everything we create.
The company was founded in January 2005 by designers Doug Murdoch and Mike Sturm, and photographers Deanne Fitzmaurice and Kurt Rogers. Deanne Fitzmaurice won the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for photojournalism in 2005.
"Think Tank", which is defined as an idea producing organization, perfectly describes the company's culture and mission of creating inventive new carrying solutions. Think Tank has created a string of innovations since 2005 unmatched by their competitors.
Quality is in the details. We take great pride in knowing that our products can handle all types of conditions that may occur during a photography assignment. Our philosophy is simple: our products should enhance, not distract, from capturing the moment.
MediaStorm is an award-winning film production and interactive design studio whose work gives voice and meaning to the most pressing issues of our time. Our stories demystify complex issues, humanize statistics, and inspire audiences to take action on issues that matter.
MediaStorm has led a paradigm shift in digital storytelling. Our in-depth reporting and original use of audio, video, and interactive graphics create compelling stories that get noticed. We have been widely recognized for our work–we have received 17 Emmy Award nominations and two Alfred Dupont Awards. Our films and immersive interactive design experiences connect with audiences, spread through social media, and are picked up by major media outlets, such as AP, NBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
As industry leaders, we are committed to preparing the next generation of journalists to harness the craft of digital storytelling. As such, we provide a range of training that teach storytellers how to engage and inspire viewers.