Finalists announced for 39th AOP Awards

The Association of Photographers (AOP) has revealed the finalists for the 39th AOP Awards

This prestigious event recognises outstanding talent in the photography and image-making industry. This year’s awards highlight human creativity and professional excellence, offering a unique platform for photographers to gain exposure among leading industry figures.

Winners will be announced at the AOP Annual Showcase event in London on 26 September 2024, with an exhibition featuring selected finalists.

The competition includes ten categories, including Documentary, Environment, Fashion & Beauty, and Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Portrait, Spaces, Sport and Still Life & Object.

Additionally, special awards for Best Commissioned and Best Personal work will be presented, judged by prominent industry experts.

The AOP Annual Showcase event will also feature the Martin Evening Excellence in Digital Retouching Award, the AOP Open Award and the AOP Emerging Talent Awards, recognising new photographers practising for less than three years.

Finalists and winners will be showcased in the official 39th AOP Photography Awards Book, available at the Awards Showcase in September.

Browse all the finalists in the gallery below. For more information, visit the AOP Awards website.