The Annual 1839 Awards have announced the winners of their Color Photography contest, and they’re absolutely incredible.
According to the organizers, this year’s contestants showcased outstanding creativity, technical skill, mastery of the medium, and storytelling ability.
There were two entry categories: professional and non-professional. Below, we’ve shared the winning images from both. Each photograph captures a unique moment, emotion, or perspective, reminding us just how powerful color can be in storytelling.
More info: Instagram | 1839awards.com
#3 2nd Place Winner: "TSAM The Dance Of Gods" By Jatenipat Ketpradit, Category: People

Professional.
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27points
#6 "Dancing In The Moonlight" By Carla Rhodes, Category: Nature

Professional.
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19points
#7 "Break On The Dock" By Frederic Jouaret, Category: Storytelling

Non-professional.
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17points
#8 "Foggy Days In Autumn" By Guenther Reissner, Category: Minimalism

Non-professional.
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16points
#9 3rd Place Winner: "Unbroken Spirit Worship Amid Destruction" By Abdelrahman Alkahlout, Category: Photojournalism

Professional.
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16points
#10 "Desert Dreaming Brutalist Visions Of Country" By Claire Letitia Reynolds, Category: Storytelling

Professional.
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15points
#12 "The Story Of Preserving Heritage" By Md. Arifuzzaman, Category: Travel

Non-professional.
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15points
#13 "Fire Gods Of The Malabar Coast" By Dylan Tom, Category: Event

Non-professional.
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14points
#14 "Dreamscape Of Etosha" By Alexandre Brisson, Category: Conceptual

Professional.
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13points
#15 "Les Robes Des Chevaux" By Axelle Dudouet, Category: Other

Non-professional.
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12points
#16 2nd Place Winner: "Journey Of Life 20" By Xuejun Long, Category: Nature

Non-professional.
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12points
#17 "Tree Of Life" By Archith S. Kamath, Category: Landscapes

Non-professional.
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11points
#19 "Dust And Despair A Coastal Cry For Water" By Jeremy Skirrow, Category: Photojournalism

Non-professional.
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9points









