2024 Portrait Series

A maximum of 12 images that reflect a strong sense of identity or narrative. 

First Place: Liam Myerow

This portrait series “Instrumental” examines the personalities of four musicians. The musicians depicted are from the bands Black Moss, Djinn, and One Lomb Drive.

Second Place: Ryan Reyes

This portrait series showcases an encapsulation of African beauty and excellence. Béninois artist Mohammed Garba, whose work and creativity is embedded with cultural heritage and honor to his ancestors, while bringing his pieces into contemporary style.

Third Place: Travis LaCoss

This series is a group of professional wrestlers, it is part of a larger multi-media project
that includes video interviews and candid photos of the wrestlers as themselves in their
homes with their families. The project shows how these performers often represent one
side of their personalities in the ring but are usually very different outside the ring.