Dog Photography Awards
The Dog Photography Awards® organizes an annual photography contest that seeks to showcase the most exceptional dog photographs from across the globe. Our mission is to celebrate the artistry of top dog photographers, uncover emerging talents, and showcase the extraordinary diversity and charm of dogs.
2024 WINNERS
Annual Book
We are excited to announce the release of the 2024 edition of the Dog Photography Awards Annual Book. This collection celebrates the 2024 photographers who achieved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, along with those who received honorable mentions.
CONTEST JUDGES
Meet our esteemed jury panel
Emilio Cuenca
Photographer / Animal Activist
His work has been presented in national media, magazines, TV, radio... but it has also had an international diffusion. Emilio has been exhibited in various places in Spain through a documentary project called "Rescued" which has brought the public closer to the work of people dedicated to the rescue of abandoned dogs and to the reality of abandonment in his country. His studio work has also been exhibited, notably in Seoul, at Korea International Photo.
Heike Willers
Photographer
Soon she noticed that she was addicted to "Dogs In The City" but also "Dogs In Studio" has always been a big part of Heike's photography. Meanwhile Heike found her own unique style in Dog Photography. She loves to shoot fine-art photography as well as she loves to create artistic images. Her work has been honored in some contests, like "Fine Art Photography award", and "Siena Awards".
Audrey Bellot
Photographer / Educator
In 2021, Audrey creates the Dog Photography Awards competition. Drawing upon her own experience and expertise, she sought to create a platform that celebrates the artistry and love for dogs through the lens. The competition garnered great popularity, attracting photographers from all corners of the globe to showcase their talent and portray the beauty and charisma of dogs in diverse settings.
Audrey's work has earned recognition in international competitions and has been featured in media outlets around the globe.
Claudio Piccoli
Educator / Nikon Ambassador
As a professional photographer specializing in "dog photography," Claudio is a Nikon Ambassador for Italy and a Nikon School Master. He collaborated to create the "Master di Fotografia" with Corriere della Sera, Gazzetta dello Sport, and Nikon.
Recognizing the challenges in dog photography, Claudio decided to share his knowledge through photography workshops worldwide. He transformed his hobby and passion into a career. Claudio aims to convey the depth of the world behind dog photography, especially in action, during his workshops.
Claudio devotes considerable time to conceptualizing and executing new photography projects and frequently travels. He has received several awards in prominent international photography contests such as Oasis or SIPA, and his work has been featured in various media, magazines, and newspapers worldwide.
Iza Łysoń
Photographer / 500px Ambassador
Over the past six years, Iza has dedicated her lens to photographing dogs against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Her remarkable series caught the attention of the photography community, with one of her photos Shortlisted in the Motion category of the Sony World Photography Awards.
In her private life, Iza is the proud owner of two border collies, Opium and Tramal, who are both companions and muses for her creative endeavors. Despite pursuing a major in sciences, Iza's heart lies in the humanities, reflecting the diverse facets of her intellectual interests.
Seizing every opportunity to pursue her passion, Iza cherishes moments of free time by embarking on journeys across Europe. Accompanied by Opium and Tramal, she seeks out the perfect shot, capturing the beauty of the dog spirit against the diverse landscapes of the continent.
Lotte van Alderen
Photographer
For Lotte, dog photography is not just about capturing images but about portraying the deep connection between a dog and its owner. She also aims to capture the true essence of a dog, allowing the soul of the animal to speak, whether it's outdoors in nature or in the studio.
At 29 years old, Lotte has gained extensive experience in both outdoor and studio photography. Outside her passion for photography, she shares her life with two special dogs: a Dalmatian called Puck and a Border Collie called Soda which she rescued from Spain.
Christina Lauder
Photographer
Christina's unique and highly skilled pieces have seen her named Portrait Studio, Pet, and Baby Photographer of the Year with the Societies, along with Family Portrait Photographer of the Year with the MPA. In addition she has been named Master Photographer with the Societies, received 4 awards in The Societies annual print competition and received an extremely rare score of a perfect 100 for one of her pet portraits, all testament to her consistently high standard of work, no matter the subject. Through these achievements, she was asked to judge for the SWPP and has been judging their online competition, their annual international print competition and their qualifications for the past 7 years.
Sanna Sander
Photographer
She was fascinated by the huge variety within the dog realm; the molossers, the sighthounds, the toy breeds, the athletic muscle breeds, and it has only grown ever since. Her life has revolved and evolved around dogs. They have always brought her a sense of meaning and have been a part of her life from the very start, even though she was 17 years old when she finally got her own.
Images of dogs have been a part of her life just as long as her obsession with the entire species, and she started photographing them back in the days of analog cameras. She went where there were dogs, just to be able to capture them.
When she got her first pedigree dog, a Tibetan Mastiff, she decided to invest in better equipment to be able to document his life in a way suitable for the breed, and that was when she bought her first digital camera. This was back in 2007. Her work has been published in dog magazines and books worldwide, from Japan to the US, with quite a few ending up on the cover.
Travis Patenaude
Photographer / Animal Activist
In August of 2014 Travis purchased his first DSLR camera and discovered the power of storytelling through photography. Since then he has made it his mission to tell the story of the hunting dogs of Spain through his photography to raise awareness to their plight. Travis’ portraits capture the dogs personality and foster an emotional connection between the subject and the viewer.
Carlina Gea
Photographer
Anna Averianova
Photographer
The year 2020 was a milestone for her; she opened a photo studio dedicated to animals and nature enthusiasts. However, life's unpredictable twists led to its closure following their move. This change spurred her exploration into artificial lighting, a journey that has vastly expanded her photographic repertoire. Nowadays, she is deeply engrossed in studio photography, focusing on the pet industry and advertising where she blends natural and artificial light to illuminate the unique spirits of her subjects.