Australian photographer takes out global Mobile Photography Awards

17 March 2023
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Brisbane iPhone photographer Glenn Homann has taken out the Grand Prize in the global Mobile Photography Awards (MPA) for 2022, with a stunning portfolio showcasing his mastery of different genres of photography.

Founded in 2011, the MPA has a grand prize of $3,000 USD ($4,4486 AUD), and received a record number of entries in this, its 12th edition. 

Homann takes the title of 12th Annual MPA Photographer of the Year and the cash prize, with his series that spans portraits, architecture, and street photography. His image Old Mate also took out the portraits category. 

Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA

"Glenn's work truly captures the essence of what mobile photography is all about - the ability to create stunning images anytime, anywhere, using only a smartphone," said Daniel Berman, the founder of the Mobile Photography Awards.

The Mobile Photography Awards are divided into 12 categories, including Black and White, Landscapes, Street Photography, Portraits, Architecture, and more.

Each category recognises the unique qualities of mobile photography, 'celebrating its accessibility, immediacy, and portability'.

Category winners each receive $250 USD ($373 AUD).

Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA

Speaking of his award, Homann, who works as a storeman in a local Brisbane factory, said he was 'blown away'.

"This recognition means a lot to me, and I hope it will inspire others to explore the endless possibilities of mobile photography," he said.

We've shared Homann's complete series of 12 images here, along with a selection of the other category winners as well. All the finalists can be seen at mobilephotoawards.com.

Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Image: Glenn Homann/Supplied by MPA
Travel/Transportation category winner, Miners of Ijen Volcano by Chen Lin, captured on iPhone 7 Plus.
Travel/Transportation category winner, Miners of Ijen Volcano by Chen Lin, captured on iPhone 7 Plus.
Water/Snow/Ice Category winner, The Scenery After the Rain by Wang Hsiu Ling. Captured on VIVO V2105.
Water/Snow/Ice Category winner, The Scenery After the Rain by Wang Hsiu Ling. Captured on VIVO V2105.
The Darkness category winner, Spirit of City by Michel Kharoubi.
The Darkness category winner, Spirit of City by Michel Kharoubi.
Artificial Intelligence category winner, Souls of the Ancient Sea Bed by John Nieto, captured on iPhone 13 Pro.
Artificial Intelligence category winner, Souls of the Ancient Sea Bed by John Nieto, captured on iPhone 13 Pro.
Architecture category winner, Steel. Glass. And All That Jazz by Dorota Yamadag. Captured on Samsung Galaxy S9+
Architecture category winner, Steel. Glass. And All That Jazz by Dorota Yamadag. Captured on Samsung Galaxy S9+
BW category winner, Washing Elephant, Chitwan by Shuolong Ma. captured on iPhone 7.
BW category winner, Washing Elephant, Chitwan by Shuolong Ma. captured on iPhone 7.
Street Photos category winner, Indifference by Konstantin Chalabov, captured on iPhone 7 Plus.
Street Photos category winner, Indifference by Konstantin Chalabov, captured on iPhone 7 Plus.
People category winner, Nunset 2 by Daniela Calo, captured on iPhone 11 Pro.
People category winner, Nunset 2 by Daniela Calo, captured on iPhone 11 Pro.
Digital Art category winner, VizFX Flight Pattern by Heather McAlister. Captured on iPhone 11.
Digital Art category winner, VizFX Flight Pattern by Heather McAlister. Captured on iPhone 11.
Silhouettes category winner, Heart of Water by Yue Qiu, captured on Xiaomi smartphone.
Silhouettes category winner, Heart of Water by Yue Qiu, captured on Xiaomi smartphone.
Macro and Details category winner, Eyes by Fabio Sartori. captured on Samsung Galaxy Note 10.
Macro and Details category winner, Eyes by Fabio Sartori. captured on Samsung Galaxy Note 10.
Landscapes category winner, Geocentric Exploration by Zhengjie Wu. Captured on VIVO PD2254.
Landscapes category winner, Geocentric Exploration by Zhengjie Wu. Captured on VIVO PD2254.
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