Martyn Norsworthy is now a celebrated winner of the 2024 European Photography Awards

The International Awards Associate (IAA), in unison with the European Photography Awards, has named Martyn Norsworthy as the a Gold Winner with nine entries and an Honourable mention in multiple categories. 

Martyn Norsworthy, Norsworthy Photography, has been named as a Gold Winner in entries in the Weddings, Fine Art Pets and Children’s Portraiture categories. 

This illustrious award, open to photographers from all across the world, honours "remarkable individuals behind the lens who capture the vibrant and diverse cultural heritage seen across the world".

Drawing an impressive number of entrants, the competition received over 3,500 submissions across 50 nations, including the United States, Germany, Italy, Canada, France, Australia, Spain, United Kingdom, Japan, Switzerland, Greece, Portugal, Sweden, and beyond.

The judges said "Martyn displayed exceptional skills, featuring their worthiness of global appeal and presence".

“Sister Act” Fine Art Photography – Pets – Gold Award 2024

“Regal Sisters” Fine Art Photography – Pets – Gold Award 2024

“The Hairy Hound” Fine Art Photography – Pets – Gold Award 2024

“Sunshine and Chandeliers” People Photography – Weddings – Gold Award 2024

“Sun Strapped” People Photography – Weddings – Gold Award 2024

“Anticipation” People Photography – Weddings – Gold Award 2024

“The Look” People Photography – Weddings – Gold Award 2024

“Solitude” People Photography – Weddings – Gold Award 2024

“They’re waiting for me” People Photography – Weddings – Honourable Mention 2024

“Sleepy Head” People Photography – Children – Gold Award 2024

Martyn said: “I am so, so happy to wake up to this today! I haven’t entered any awards for almost two years due to concentrating on opening a new Studio and getting married, what a year 2024 is turning out to be! I entered 10 images right on the deadline, having selected a random submission upon being invited to enter, so to get these awards is very special.

“This year’s fantastic submissions have impressively showcased masterfully captured photographs, reflecting the passion and craftsmanship of the global photography community,” remarked Thomas Brandt, spokesperson for IAA.

“It has been a challenging yet rewarding task for our esteemed panel of jurors to evaluate these powerful and expressive visuals, where they deliver strong forms of excellence in the forms of art.”

Featuring a group of the worlds’ best professionals, the European Photography Awards upholds a professional standard in selecting its jurors, ensuring the highest levels of integrity and prestige.

Notable members of the jury include Ryo Utsunomiya (Japan), Alessandra Minotti (Italy), Benny Lau (Hong Kong SAR), Marine Foissey (France), Dawid Galinski (Poland), and Leon Syfrit (United States), among others, each contributing their unique expertise and dedication to uphold golden evaluation standards.

“Crowning and honouring the most outstanding winners in this global competition can be a grandly celebrated moment,” said Thomas. “The depth revealed in each image highlights the limitless creativity behind each hand holding the lens. Every photograph recognised today underscores the lasting influence on this community, leading towards a creative world which the competition aims to create.”

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