AOP Student Awards

Start Date:	23rd May 2007
End Date:	2nd June 2007

The entries for the 2007 AOP Student Photographer of the Year, sponsored by Epson, came in thick and fast this year breaking all previous records with a final count at just under 3000 images.

The exhibition opens on May 23rd following the private view and prize giving presentation on the evening of May 22nd. The judges had the enormous task of choosing just 70 images from
entries comprised of single images and series of work within four categories: Lifestyle & Portraiture, Still Life, Fashion & Beauty and Landscapes, Interiors, Exteriors. The diversity of styles and subject matter was supported by the strength of technical and creative ability displayed.

The judging panel was composed of creative professionals including:

Sam Armstrong - Professional Photographer
Sarah Greenwood - Photographer’s Agent
Richard Maxted - Professional Photographer
Glen Taylor - MD Taylor James
Jeremy Tribe - Art Director

The winner of the coveted AOP Student Photographer of the Year award will be announced at the prize giving on 22nd May 2007, at the AOP Gallery, London. The winner receives a package of prizes to launch their professional career, including an Epson Stylus photo 2100 printer, a
double page spread in the prestigious Photography Awards book and extensive PR. They will also gain hands on experience when they assist the AOP Photographer of his or her choice on a shoot. A runner-up prize and two Merit prizes will also be awarded to three students who will each receive an Epson Stylus Photo R300 printer.

The Association of Photographers has been running an annual competition for students since 1981.These awards recognise the excellent standard of photography produced by individuals studying on photography related courses in the UK. Now, a quarter of a century since their inception, the Student Awards continue to flourish and offer the winning students and their colleges both support and valuable publicity.

An exhibition of the 73 selected images will be on show at the AOP Gallery, London from May 23rd until 2nd June.

Images from AOP Student Awards

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