Renaissance Photography Prize Finalist

02 August 16

Posted at 6:02

In my last couple of blogs I've talked about our Yesterday's News Exhibition and I've reviewed my first year as a documentary photographer. I talked about my objective to establish myself as a credible documentary photographer and despite how much hard work and effort is applied one undoubtedly needs a little luck. Well imagine my utter joy and amazement when a couple of weeks ago I received an email advising me that one of my images is a finalist in the Renaissance Photography Prize 2016. The image in question is titled Seti Sand Mine

Seti Sand Mine

Seti Sand Mine

 

So what does being a finalist in this International Photo Competition mean? Well first of all there are just 47 finalists from nearly 7000 entrants so that is no mean feat! Of the 47 finalists 12 are shortlisted for the various prizes. My image is not shortlisted but to be honest I'm elated that I'm a finalist. The finalist's images will be printed, framed and exhibited at Getty Images Gallery in London's West End from 6th to 17th September. Prints will be available for purchase at the exhibition and for a period after.

I've talked before about the need for exposure. Until now exposure usually comes at some sort of cost to my own pocket but this success gives me expsoure to a new, exciting audience although funded by others - how resfreshing!! The exhibition in September is free to enter other than the PV and prize giving on 7th September which is ticket only. Tickets are £55 each with proceeds going to the Lavander Trust and Breast Cancer Care.

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