Sydney’s Adam Pretty wins Canon Australia’s Professional Photographer of the Year award
Sydney Photographer Adam Pretty has won the title of 2012 Canon AIPP Australian Professional Photographer of the Year.
Pretty won $20,000 in Canon prizes for his images (pictured left) as well as winning the 2012 AIPP Australian Sport Photographer of the Year award.
Says Peter Myers, AIPP executive officer: “The interest in the Canon AIPP APPAs continues to grow each year. Again, the awards have received a record number of entries from photographers from around the country. This year more than 850 photographers submitted over 3,100 images in the competitive awards.”
Conducted by Australian photographers, judging for the awards took place over three days at the industry’s annual Digital Show. Each of the thousands of images entered is critiqued in detail by a judging panel.
Says David Paterson, Canon AIPP APPA chairman and judge: “As the photographic landscape changes, we need to modify the categories to accommodate the volumes of work we are seeing in other areas.”
In their 36th year, the Canon AIPP APPAs attract a prize pool of more than $40,000 in cash and prizes including the grand prize – $20,000 worth of Canon EOS professional digital camera equipment.
Says Taz Nakamasu, managing director, Canon Australia: “The Canon AIPP APPAs are the most sought-after accolade in Australian professional photography and the standard rises each year due to the fierce competition.
“As the No.1 camera brand in Australia, Canon is proud to support the development of
professional photographers and bring their work to broader attention as a source of inspiration and enjoyment for all.”
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Great to see a excellent “Sports” photographer win the top APPYA…. Bravo !!