Immerse yourself in the International Photo Awards (IPA) 2023 BEST OF SHOW Curator Selection, expertly curated by Susan Baraz.

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#1

"The Floating Market Series" By Tom Hegen

Boats filled with colorful produce from the International Photo Awards, showcasing a vibrant overhead market scene.

"Farmers at the Floating Market in Borneo practice one of the most beautiful examples of how people value food and one another. Every morning before sunrise, local farmers embark on their wooden boats to trade with each other. They transform their boats into floating mini-markets, loaded with fresh products, spices, and cooked food. Witnessing the trader’s activities reminded me of a harmonious dance. Each component is important to the market system: the river, the boats, the traders, and the customers. Together they formed a beautiful connection – how they value their products and each other."

© Tom Hegen Report

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    "Diversity" By Pedro Jarque Krebs

    Lion basking in sunlight, showcasing the serene beauty captured in International Photo Awards highlights.

    "Diversity in the animal world is crucial to maintaining ecological balance. Each species plays a unique role in its ecosystem. Preserving and protecting animal diversity is essential to ensure the survival and well-being of our planet."

    © Pedro Jarque Krebs Report

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    #3

    "Cattle Of Kings" By Karolina Wojtasik

    Nomadic individual in a yellow cloak amidst cattle, featured in International Photo Awards highlights.

    "These are the more environmental portraits from the South Sudan project. Usually captured at sunrise or sunset when the Ankole-Watusi cattle were brought in or out of camp."

    © Karolina Wojtasik Report

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    #4

    "Oh Hell, My Paradise" By David Odisho

    A couple watches a large wildfire from the roadside near their vehicle. International photo awards capture dramatic scenes.

    "As a photojournalist, I embarked on a mission covering the largest wildfires throughout Northern California over the last three years. Beyond the pursuit of harrowing visuals, the confluence of such colossal wildfires stands as a chilling testament to the urgency of our global climate crisis. Each wildfire I witnessed echoed the ominous truth that our planet is on a precipice, teetering perilously towards irreversible consequences. Through my lens, I sought to amplify the human toll and ecological devastation inflicted by these blazes, aiming to ignite a collective awakening."

    © David Odisho Report

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    #5

    "Relentless Courage: Ukraine And The World At War" By Carol Guzy, Lynsey Addario, Paula Bronstein Et Al

    Elderly woman in a red sweater sitting on a bed in a dimly lit room, adding contrast for photo awards curation.

    "From the front lines of the war in Ukraine comes this compelling collection of images from world-class photojournalists that captures the humanity, perseverance, and determination of the nation's fight for freedom against all odds. Portfolios from some of the most respected photojournalists of our time: Carol Guzy, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Paula Bronstein, Pulitzer Prize finalist Justyna Mielnikiewicz, award-winning photojournalist Svet Jacqueline, award-winning photojournalist and 20+ other world-renowned photojournalists."

    © Carol Guzy, Lynsey Addario, Paula Bronstein et al. Report

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    #6

    "The Blue Fig" By Mohammad Rakibul Hasan

    Couple standing in shallow water, part of International Photo Awards highlights, surrounded by serene landscape.

    "Bangladesh, the world's largest delta, is a direct victim of global warming. Increased natural disasters like cyclones and oceanic tidal waves affect Bangladesh's coastal area. The coastal lowlands of this country have millions who, ironically, depend on the sea for their livelihood. As rising sea levels and unusually high tidal waves encroach the lowlands of Bangladesh, the coastal areas face increased salinity. Fishing communities in Bangladesh report that the availability of many local species has declined with the silting up of river beds, changes in temperature, and earlier flooding."

    © Mohammad Rakibul Hasan Report

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    #7

    "What Was Will Never Be Again..." By Gonçalo Lobo Pinheiro

    Beach scene with a hand holding a black and white photo, merging past and present for International Photo Awards.

    "For a little over a year, I sought to acquire or borrow old photographs of Macau, captured in black and white, between 1930 and 1990, in various formats and then attempted to find the original locations of the old photos and superimpose them over their contemporary sites. The end result is a striking portrayal of just how much the city has transformed over the decades."

    © Gonçalo Lobo Pinheiro Report

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    #8

    "Anomium" By Matt Findley

    Portrait of a child in the International Photo Awards, featuring dramatic lighting and a serene expression.

    "The Anomium series is informed by the concept of Higonnet's "knowing child". At the heart of this work is the idea that childhood is a time of both innocence and wisdom, a window filled with innocence but burdened by the knowledge of a complex and unkind world. The objective is to position this series as an examination of this transitional phase, to evoke a sense of transformation that is at once haunting while retaining elements of this fading innocence, and to serve as a testament to the resilience and beauty of childhood in the face of the inexorable march towards maturity."

    © Matt Findley Report

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