In celebration of World Photography Day, vivo India has unveiled the second edition of its Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards. This initiative aims to inspire creativity and encourage photographers to explore new perspectives using their smartphones.
Jury and Categories
The awards will be judged by a distinguished panel led by writer and filmmaker Zoya Akhtar. The jury also includes renowned photographers Vineet Vohra, Rakesh Pulapa, and Aamir Wani.
The competition features six categories:
- Nature & Wildlife
- Architecture
- Portraits
- Night & Light
- Motion
- Street Photography
Submission and Evaluation
The jury will select 30 finalists from the submissions. These finalists will then face a final challenge, providing them with a few days to complete and submit their work. They will also have the chance to attend masterclasses conducted by Vineet Vohra, Rakesh Pulapa, and Aamir Wani.
Prizes and Finale
The top six finalists will be invited to the grand finale in Mumbai. The grand prize winner will receive INR 5 lakhs in cash, while each of the six category winners will be awarded a vivo X100 Pro smartphone.
How to Enter
Participants can submit entries via the official vivoimagine.com website from August 19 to September 8, 2024, including basic information, category selection, and image uploads.
Speaking about the launch, Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy at vivo India, stated,
In celebration of World Photography Day, we are excited to unveil the second edition of the vivo Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards, themed ‘Joy of Imagination.’ This theme embodies the power of creativity, allowing us to convey profound emotions through photography.
At vivo, we aim to merge advanced technology with artistic expression, enabling photography enthusiasts to realize their creative visions. These awards not only honor outstanding work but also provide a chance to enhance skills and explore new creative frontiers, reinforcing vivo’s position as a leader in smartphone photography.
Speaking about the event, Zoya Akhtar, writer and filmmaker, said,
I am thrilled to collaborate with vivo for another edition of the vivo Imagine Award. India is brimming with exceptional talent, and my experience in creative and visual storytelling has highlighted the impact of visual narratives. This initiative aims to uncover and celebrate unique storytellers, showcasing vivo’s commitment to fostering creativity and pushing artistic boundaries. It provides photographers across India with a wonderful opportunity to capture timeless moments of joy and imagination.