“The Exposure One team was a joy to work with—always friendly, responsive, and efficient. From interviews and bios to prizes and support, everything was handled with care and professionalism. It truly felt like a photographer-focused experience.”

Silke Hullmann

Germany

“Winning showed me that my artistic vision is on the right path. In a field judged by professionals from diverse photography backgrounds, it’s a powerful form of validation. It feels like a beacon — proof that my work and style have been seen and appreciated.”

Andrey Sobolev

Ukraine

“This contest pushed me to think beyond just the image—it helped me grow by combining design, marketing, and photography into a more complete creative practice.”

Lyon van den Oord

United States of America

“I’d absolutely recommend entering. It’s fascinating to see which images resonate with the public through the People’s Vote — it offers real insight into which of your photos have potential.”

Thierry Lagnel

Switzerland

“Recognition from this contest has given me greater exposure and credibility as a photographer. It introduced my work to a wider audience, sparked new collaborations, and motivated me to continue refining my craft with purpose.”

Romeo Angeles

Philippines

“I was deeply honored to have my work recognized by such an experienced jury — especially with a photo that had gone unnoticed on social media. I believed in the image from the moment I saw it on my camera, and submitting it against all advice was a leap of faith. When I won, I was in tears — relieved and beyond happy.”

Claudia Musal

Germany

“It’s not just about recognition — entering pushed me to grow. It sharpened my eye, changed how I approach post-production, and even how I shoot in the field.”

Malini Chandrasekar

United Kingdom

“Beyond the honor itself, the visibility has been transformative. My social media following grew after the announcement, and I’ve since been contacted by galleries and publishers.”

Xidong Luo

China

“This contest truly honors depth, experimentation, and honesty — qualities that often get overlooked in more commercial settings. There’s a rare sense of care here.”

Wei Zhang

United States

“After winning, my work gained real traction — my photo was featured by Bored Panda, on German TV channel ntv, and led to radio and live TV interviews. Since then, I’ve been taken more seriously as a photographer. Clients now book me months in advance, and I no longer need to justify the value of my work. That’s a huge relief as an artist.”

Claudia Musal

Germany

“Winning was deeply validating and helped me define my style more clearly. The exposure and encouragement I received — especially on social media — truly pushed me forward.”

Malini Chandrasekar

United Kingdom

“The Exposure One team was a joy to work with—always friendly, responsive, and efficient. From interviews and bios to prizes and support, everything was handled with care and professionalism. It truly felt like a photographer-focused experience.”

Silke Hullmann

Germany

“Winning showed me that my artistic vision is on the right path. In a field judged by professionals from diverse photography backgrounds, it’s a powerful form of validation. It feels like a beacon — proof that my work and style have been seen and appreciated.”

Andrey Sobolev

Ukraine

“This contest pushed me to think beyond just the image—it helped me grow by combining design, marketing, and photography into a more complete creative practice.”

Lyon van den Oord

United States of America

“I’d absolutely recommend entering. It’s fascinating to see which images resonate with the public through the People’s Vote — it offers real insight into which of your photos have potential.”

Thierry Lagnel

Switzerland

“Recognition from this contest has given me greater exposure and credibility as a photographer. It introduced my work to a wider audience, sparked new collaborations, and motivated me to continue refining my craft with purpose.”

Romeo Angeles

Philippines

“I was deeply honored to have my work recognized by such an experienced jury — especially with a photo that had gone unnoticed on social media. I believed in the image from the moment I saw it on my camera, and submitting it against all advice was a leap of faith. When I won, I was in tears — relieved and beyond happy.”

Claudia Musal

Germany

“It’s not just about recognition — entering pushed me to grow. It sharpened my eye, changed how I approach post-production, and even how I shoot in the field.”

Malini Chandrasekar

United Kingdom

“Beyond the honor itself, the visibility has been transformative. My social media following grew after the announcement, and I’ve since been contacted by galleries and publishers.”

Xidong Luo

China

“This contest truly honors depth, experimentation, and honesty — qualities that often get overlooked in more commercial settings. There’s a rare sense of care here.”

Wei Zhang

United States

“After winning, my work gained real traction — my photo was featured by Bored Panda, on German TV channel ntv, and led to radio and live TV interviews. Since then, I’ve been taken more seriously as a photographer. Clients now book me months in advance, and I no longer need to justify the value of my work. That’s a huge relief as an artist.”

Claudia Musal

Germany

“Winning was deeply validating and helped me define my style more clearly. The exposure and encouragement I received — especially on social media — truly pushed me forward.”

Malini Chandrasekar

United Kingdom