Street Life in Black and White Photo Contest 2025 invited photographers from around the world to capture the essence of urban life in striking black and white. With thousands of images submitted, the jury was moved by the power, atmosphere, and raw emotion captured in monochrome. After careful review, three outstanding works were selected as the top winners.
🥇 1st Place – Samanta Krivec
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Samanta’s photograph is a masterful expression of visual storytelling. With dramatic lighting, clean composition, and a moment that feels both immediate and timeless, her winning image invites viewers into a scene of movement and meaning. Black and white becomes more than a style—it becomes a language. Her work balances realism and emotion with poetic precision.
🥈 2nd Place – Hannah Osinoff
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Hannah’s photo captures a moment that could have been missed—a reflection, a gesture, a silhouette tucked into the flow of street life. Her use of contrast and negative space brings a quiet elegance to the frame. It’s an image that celebrates simplicity and the small, often-overlooked emotions of urban existence.
🥉 3rd Place – Tim Hudson
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Tim’s entry is a brilliant example of finding stillness in a moving world. His image evokes atmosphere with subtle tones and bold shadows. Through his lens, everyday surroundings are transformed into a compelling composition filled with story and style. His eye for light and balance results in a photo that feels as intentional as it is instinctive.
A Celebration of Urban Photography
This year’s contest revealed the incredible creativity and insight of photographers capturing street life in black and white. From bustling markets to silent alleys, from dramatic lighting to minimal moments, the images showcased the depth and diversity of the genre. These artists used shadow, form, and timing to elevate daily life into lasting art. Their work proves that monochrome street photography is not just a style—but a powerful tool for visual storytelling.
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