News, Travel & Events

Staff · Issue 137, Mar/Apr 2024 · pp. 5–15

News, Travel & Events World Shootout winner Hundreds of photographers from 54 countries competed across nine categories, pushing the boundaries of creativity and technical skill. Grand Prize Winners: Picture of the Year: Spanish photographer Eduardo Acevedo “secured” the top Honor with the prestigious prize the “boot Dusseldorf Director’s Prize, earning an Andromeda statuette and a €2,000 cash prize. Best 5 Images Portfolio: Luc Rooman from Belgium triumphed in this category, winning a dream 4-week diving trip for two to Papua New Guinea, valued at $18,900. Amateur Photographer: Alexandra Ceurvorst from the USA impressed the judges with her talent, taking home the 1,000 € cash prize award. Celebrating Diversity and Innovation: This year’s competition saw 11,680 entries from 964 photographers, showcasing a remarkable spectrum of skills and perspectives. From the intricate wonders of Macro…