Winners: Color Awards 2026

We are proud to present the winners and finalists of the Color Awards, an international competition celebrating creativity, originality, and excellence in color photography. This year’s selection brings together remarkable photographic talent, highlighting diverse perspectives and distinctive approaches to visual expression.

The winning and finalist photographs were selected by an international jury of experienced professionals, whose diverse backgrounds and expertise ensured a rigorous and thoughtful evaluation. Each entry was assessed according to four fundamental criteria: technical quality, visual impact, compositional excellence, and artistic originality.

The awarded and selected works will be brought together in our forthcoming publication, Color – The Best Photographs, scheduled for release in November. This carefully curated volume will showcase an exceptional collection of contemporary color photography, presenting each artist’s work alongside their name and contact information. More than a record of the competition, the book will serve as a lasting platform for discovering and celebrating the photographers whose creativity and individual vision have shaped this edition.