2025 Sony World Photography Awards: Global National Award Winners

Jon SummersOctober 17, 202402 mins

Sony World Photography Awards 2022: Celebrating Global Photography

The Sony World Photography Awards 2022 has highlighted remarkable talent from across the globe. Each photograph tells a unique story, capturing diverse perspectives in art and culture.

Featured Works by Exceptional Photographers

Vietnamese photographer Thanh Nguyen Phuc's photo "Bike with Flowers" conveys the vibrant street culture in the capital city of Hanoi, where vendors ride their bikes. — Vietnamese photographer Thanh Nguyen Phuc’s photo “Bike with Flowers” illustrates the vibrant street culture in Hanoi.

Swe Tun of Myanmar shows a muted portrait of two twin sisters at a Buddhist monastery near the Hpa-an township in "Twin Sisters." — Swe Tun of Myanmar captures a touching portrait of twin sisters at a Buddhist monastery in “Twin Sisters.”

"Le Mont.Saint-Michel at Sunset" by Turkish photographer Cigdem Ayyildiz was taken on the shores of Normandy, France. — “Le Mont.Saint-Michel at Sunset” showcases the beauty of Normandy, captured by Cigdem Ayyildiz.

Qatari photographer Amal Prasad described how his picture, "Struggle of Life," illustrates a village fisherman's struggle for survival. — Amal Prasad’s “Struggle of Life” portrays the challenges faced by a village fisherman.

US photographer Jenny Zhao's "Polar Bear Cub" was taken in Canada in November. — Jenny Zhao’s poignant image of a “Polar Bear Cub” offers a glimpse into wildlife in Canada.

Yawar Abbas' photo "Golden Snake" captures the golden sunset at the cold desert in Skardu, Pakistan. — Yawar Abbas’ “Golden Snake” beautifully captures the sunset over the Skardu desert.

This photo from Slovakian photographer Filip Hrebenda's "Born of Fire" series was the first photo he took on his expedition to the volcanic area of Fagradalsfjall in southwestern Iceland. — Filip Hrebenda’s “Born of Fire” series captures the essence of Iceland’s volcanic landscapes.

Kazi Arifuzzaman of Bangladesh represents the camaraderie that exists between workers in his photo. — Kazi Arifuzzaman’s work highlights the strong bonds among workers in Bangladesh.

Conclusion

The diversity in styles, cultures, and themes presented by these photographers exemplifies the power of visual storytelling. Each image invites viewers to connect with different narratives across the globe.