PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS
Deanna DeShea has been honored with international awards by world-renowned institutions. Her mastery extends beyond the lens, capturing the essence of wildlife with bold finesse.
Recognized for her captivating wildlife photography and conservation activism, Deanna’s achievements illuminate her journey as a trailblazer in the realm of untamed beauty.
Black & White Photo Contest
The reFocus Awards winners were chosen by an esteemed panel of judges including Maia Murphy, Senior Editor of Art and General Interest at Phaidon Press, Karin Mueller, Visuals Director at Conde Nast, Anna Alexander, Director of Photography at Wired, Megan Wright, Senior Curator at Saatchi Art, Kevin Linde, Manager of Digital and Curatorial Engagement at the Museum of Photographic Arts, Paris Chong, Director of Leica Gallery LA, and more.
One Shot Photo Contest
The One Shot Photo Contest is dedicated to recognizing the power of the single photographic image.
Winners and honorees must exemplify talent and creativity that stretches the limits of photography while expanding the viewer’s worldview, exploring the unexpected, and reframing subjects in new ways.
The reFocus Awards winners were chosen by an esteemed panel of judges including Chrissy Crawford, CEO of Artstar, Lauren Katz, Senior Print Sales Manager at Getty Images, Daniel Melamud, Editor and Author at Rizzoli Publishing, Paris Chong, Director of Leica Gallery LA, Susan Yi, Director of Operations at Artspace: A Phaidon Company, and more.
Out of entrants from 68 countries from around the world who have submitted their best work to this year’s contest, Deanna DeShea emerged as one of the most exceptional and has received the following honors: Gold Wildlife Shujaa
World Photography Day Winner
“Around the World in 7 Quests”
500PX launched a fantastic opportunity for talented photographers to win from their amazing sponsor brands. Thanks to the jury of experienced photographers, the winners were revealed for each of the 7 Quests that made up the campaign.
A message from Segun about the winning image:
What a shot! The perspective and storytelling are just some of the things I love about this photograph. The foreground texture and background composition make this image unique.
Luminary Award
Luminary Award celebrating photographers who inspire others with their creativity and passion, to those who consistently bring light to the community. Whether through their photography or their ability to encourage fellow photographers.
