Silver Award at Exposure One Awards 2025: “Freckles Beauty”

A global recognition for portrait photography

This year, my black and white portrait “Freckles Beauty” was awarded Silver in the Portrait category at the prestigious Exposure One Awards 2025 in New York. The contest gathered thousands of submissions from photographers across 64 countries, making the recognition even more meaningful.

Why black and white portraits matter

Black and white portrait photography continues to stand out in today’s digital world. Without the distraction of color, every detail of a face tells a story. Lines, freckles, and raw emotions are brought into focus. That is the reason I chose to create “Freckles Beauty” in monochrome—it highlights truth and timelessness.

About the Exposure One Awards

The Exposure One Awards is an international photography competition that celebrates outstanding work in different categories, including portrait, landscape, fashion, and documentary. Being recognized among global talents shows the universal power of photography to connect people beyond borders.

What this award means to me

Winning Silver is not just about the medal. It is about sharing a story that resonates across cultures. It is proof that authentic portrait photography still has a strong place in today’s world.

I am thankful to everyone who has supported me on this journey. Your trust and encouragement make achievements like this possible.

Final thoughts

Photography has always been more than technical skills. It is about connection, honesty, and emotion. Receiving this recognition motivates me to keep creating portraits that go beyond the surface and tell stories worth remembering.