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Thanks again to all participants and sponsors, who made these fantastic 9 days of photography possible.

The top 100 public vote is below.

Winners

Jury Prize

CHF 1500.- GraphicArt Gift voucher

272 Kateryna PolishchukThe traces we leave behind

Kateryna Polishchuk

The traces we leave behind

1st Public Prize

CHF 1500.- SPC Photo Trip Gift Voucher

347 Melanie MeisterMomentum Melanie Meister DRUCK

Melanie Meister
Momentum

2nd Public Prize

Manfrotto Befree Stativ & Lowepro Trekker Rucksack

158 Dorota Couleruthe pool

Dorota Couleru

The pool

3rd Public Prize

Shimoda Urban Explore

476 Sheila Hubschmidpassion

Sheila Hubschmid

Passion

Most-voted small photo

Patona Powerbank

222 Hazell Gabriela Moncada MedinaHidden Sanctuary

Hazell Gabriela Moncada Medina

Hidden Sanctuary

Bonus Prize

Lifetime subscription to Pictrs

436 Rita Itenaus dem Rahmen gefallen

Rita Iten

aus dem Rahmen gefallen

Jury honorable mentions

246--Jan Sollberger==Shadow Rider
072--Bernd Gantert==New City Library Stuttgart #1
136--Dario Brunner==Buuhhh
214--Gordan Ristovski==Zugerberg
549--Verena Fahrer==Striped Umbrella
122--Daniela Neuenschwander==Creative glasses
485--Stefan Mahr==Treppenaufgang
276--Konrad Labuschagne==Spitzkoppe Sunset II
187--Eric Wu==Night Shift
278--Kristina Bagdonaite==2-and
436--Rita Iten==aus dem Rahmen gefallen

Public vote results

Here are the results from the public voting (top 100)

First choice: 3 points, Second choice: 2 points, Third choice: 1 Point

RankingPhoto #PhotographerPhoto TitlePoints
1347Melanie MeisterMomentum_Melanie_Meister_DRUCK74
2158Dorota Couleruthe pool70
3476Sheila Hubschmidpassion64
490Cédric KleinFading waves55
5187Eric WuNight Shift53
5228Isabela Kraft HangJust a man on a bicycle - Tokyo, Japan53
7438Rodrigo MartinoThe jealous sheep52
885Bruno AmstutzAletsch 0349
954Barbara ThelerFusion47
1046Armin LandertIncense sticks (Räucherstäbchen), Hanoi44
10246Jan SollbergerShadow Rider44
1237Annette ItenFuji x Sakura42
12244Jan ArnoldThe Snack42
14450Rudolf StämpfliJump!41
15273Kenny KhooPolar bear emerges40
16214Gordan RistovskiZugerberg38
17261Judith MijderwijkWalking a Fine Line37
18531Urs ZimmermannMagic Mountain35
19122Daniela NeuenschwanderCreative glasses34
19222Hazell Gabriela Moncada MedinaHidden Sanctuary34
21198Franco TessaroloPfäffikon 202501-I31
21506Thomas ZumbrunnenBlackwater - Diamond Squid - 3 cm gross31
23136Dario BrunnerBuuhhh30
23431Reto JossiPinguin30
2572Bernd GantertNew City Library Stuttgart #129
25432Ricardo JabsBikeride29
2734Anna GerasimovaLearning To Let Go28
27163Ekaterina MüllerLocal children, Wangdue Dzong, Bhutan28
27396Pamela Fattorini GiugliemmaThe Pink Wave28
27484Stefan MahrSchlüsselloch28
31144Delia SteinerKönig der Gipfel27
31237Jakub ReiterLone Explorer27
31318Marcel Forrerokavango leopard27
31434Riccardo ItriVibes heavier than gravity27
31549Verena FahrerStriped Umbrella27
36156Dorota Coulerushe26
36281Lara HenkeTräumer der Wälder26
36365Michèle Christenbeautiful brimstone butterfly26
36520Trixie WagnerSunset @ Tsiribihina River (Madagascar)26
36564Yvette MerzbacherTogether until the end of time26
4175Bianca TazlauanuOf a kind25
4195Christian MucheA Break in the Sky25
43165Ekaterina MüllerSchoolgirl, Alwar-Pratapgarh, India24
43201Franz WagnerSchön wars, bis zum nächsten Silvester24
43433Riccardo ItriThe Smoker of Siberia24
43485Stefan MahrTreppenaufgang24
43562Yvette MerzbacherDay 124
48157Dorota Couleruthe paint23
48161Ekaterina MüllerCitizen of our garden23
48377Nadine SyfrigBlack n White23
48435Riccardo ItriZwei Wege, ein Moment23
5217Alina MartinThe shared ascent22
5250Barbara JennyMum is the best22
52342Martin SplittMisty Morning22
52488Stéphanie Vanden BergheMystic Glow22
5648Armin LandertTrain street (Zugstrasse), Hanoi21
56248Janis KollerThe Gate21
56286Leonidas KalpaxidisZürich, Hard21
56363Michael ForrerWatching the Watcher21
56375Monika BuriBalance21
119411Philippe GyarmatiDer elektrisierende Schlag14
6115Alina KoblerSpirit of the Moor20
6147Armin LandertMonastery school (Klosterschule),Myanmar20
6149Barbara JennyI have dined perfectly20
6174Bianca TazlauanuHold still20
6191Cédric KleinSimplicity20
61154Dorota Coulerubest score20
61213Gordan RistovskiVierwald20
61272Kateryna PolishchukThe traces we leave behind20
61395Orestis AnastasiouMindscapes20
61514Toma FilipovicBloom Under Strobes20
61536Uwe BoeslBusy Life20
61559Yurii HurychDimension Split20
61563Yvette MerzbacherFamily Roots20
7440Annette ItenMount Fuji19
7451Barbara JennyOn a dark night19
7479Branislav Dejanovictaqueria19
74115Daniel Robert PrinzingLisboa Lady and her Sax19
74130Daniela Sipektiefgang19
74142Davide LardiGolden Exhale19
74175Erdal AtukerenShellwork19
74192Fabienne ZahnerGrönland, Eisberg19
74212Gioele PerroneVerzascatal19
74247Jan WittmerKristallreiher19
74263Judith Oswaldbewegte ruhe 219
74354Melanie ZepfHexenmagie im Rauch, Thaynger Fasnacht19
74468Sascha KrattigerSea Biography pt 1 pushed horizonward19
74557Yannik SteigerNGC 2244 - Rosette Nebula19
8816Alina KoblerWalking the Edge of Stillness18
88101Christian MucheWhere the Rain Stops18
88369Miguel Wagner BrandaoTranquil Flow18
88527Urs RutishauserFlash Bulb18
92109Claudia DillierMorgenstimmung am See17
92260Jose Avila ThompsonVelosommer17
92295Lorea HausheerEcho17
92323Marco HirsbrunnerGood Night17
92381Natalia InozemtcevaThe road to clouds17
92475Sheila HubschmidDSC0179717
92496Sylvia MatitschkaMutter-Kind-Liebe, Südafrika17
9910Alexandre RibesI see you16
9918Aline JucksAtem des Flusses16
9921Anca VegaLight atmosphere - Sagrada Família16
9984Bruno AmstutzAletsch 0216
99102Christina Eulenhabitat16
99107Christoph WetterDie Andromeda-Galaxie16
99138David LinderEvening Flight16
99151Dominik HüttigThe Kea16
99155Dorota Coulerumural16
99193Fabienne ZahnerOman, Rub al Khali16
99226Iko MuratiMoment im urbanen Raum16
99229Isabela Kraft HangMissing home - Seoul, South Korea16
99266Jürg WeingärtnerErscheinung einer jungen Frau16
99274Kenny KhooPolar bears courtship16
99297Luca BregincPondering16
99301Lukas SchwarzFlorence Holding the Light16
99383Natascha MessmerLittle Red Robin16
99436Rita Itenaus dem Rahmen gefallen16
99449Rudolf StämpfliDecisions16
99467Sarah NiggliDown Under Duo16

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Many thanks again to all the participants and our sponsors, who together made for a fantastic 9 days of photography in Geneva. 

You can find the final results on this page.

Prize Winners

Jury Prize

GraphicArt gift voucher CHF1500

157 Jacqueline PerregauxDefence Bleue

Jacqueline Perregaux : Défence Bleue

1st Place - Public Vote

SPC Photo Trip Voucher worth CHF 1500

263 Samuel TaverneUn moment suspendu dans les nuages

Samuel Taverne : Un moment suspendu dans les nuages

2nd Place - Public Vote

GraphicArt gift voucher CHF500

241 Rechenzo IslesMidnight Muse

Rechenzo Isles : Midnight Muse

3rd Place - Public Vote

Shimoda UrbanExplore backpack from GraphicArt

210 Maud MonnetJust in time

Maud Monnet : Just in time

Public Vote: Most voted small print

Small photo printed big

035 Carla CarapetyanInner walk

Carla Carapetyan : Inner walk

Bonus Prize: Pictrs Selection

Lifetime Ultimate membership at Pictrs.com

184 Judith MijderwijkLago Federa

Judith Mijderwijk : Lago Federa

Jury Honorable Mentions

172--Jean-Philippe Grandjean==Polar Rocket
298--Thibault Jobin==Goin’ 2 worK
226--Pascal Balmer==Portrait de renard
190--Lionel Mottier==Moonlight blue
292--Stéphanie Vanden Berghe==Grounded in roots, lifted by dreams
247--Romain LANEYRIE==conscience
123--François Paccaud==Chorégraphie

Results from Public Voting

Here are the results of the public voting: 

First choice: 3pts, Second choice: 2pts, Third choice: 1pt

RankingPhoto #PhotographerPhoto TitlePoints
#1263Samuel TaverneUn moment suspendu dans les nuages77
#2241Rechenzo IslesMidnight Muse70
#3210Maud MonnetJust in time65
#479David GEORGEMIRAGE!62
#4172Jean-Philippe GrandjeanPolar Rocket62
#6284Stefano BalestraCultural Preservation50
#7190Lionel MottierMoonlight blue49
#7292Stéphanie Vanden BergheGrounded in roots, lifted by dreams49
#9151Helene Gruber1ère neige pour Lucky46
#10184Judith MijderwijkLago Federa44
#1122Beate SchulzeShirin Yoku aux Grisons42
#1123Beatrice Domas ChavanneBoudha dans perle sur fleur de pissenlit42
#1398Dupuy Benoitles foins41
#13272Sébastien BourquinPlateau du Trient, 202541
#1581David Pacheco Da RochaSenso-ji Temple - Asakusa,Tokyo39
#16164Jay CrosÀ l'ombre des pétales38
#17129Franz WagnerBon appétit, mon ami37
#1868Christiana MilesMoon and Mountain in Zinal25
#19249Romain StreitPremière lueur du Nord24
#2047Chantal LanthemannUn automne rêveur23
#20247Romain LANEYRIEconscience23
#20268Santino LivotiLa fin du monde23
#23319Violet Reyes LizcanoSeducted by the wild22
#2427Bettelli GabrieleInde - Fours à briques21
#2435Carla CarapetyanInner walk21
#2499Emmanuel EggerGruyères émergeant du brouillard21
#24211Maxime HenrionLend an eye to the snowflake dance21
#28162Jan ArnoldThe Snack20
#28250Roxane FournierAdoration animale20
#3036Carla CarapetyanPainted by nature19
#3070Claude RomanatoLe Mont Saint-Michel19
#3274Daniel BorlozPanorama des Préalpes Fribourgeoises18
#32146Guillaume HardyReflet18
#32299Thibaut MottazKnock-OUT18
#35123François PaccaudChorégraphie17
#35265Sanjay AcharyaCarnival17
#3733Carine PillininiMémoire érodée16
#37226Pascal BalmerPortrait de renard16
#3946Chantal LanthemannSolitude hivernale15
#39318Vincent RosattiUrban light stream15
#41140Giulia ZenStill life with strawberries14
#41175Jean-Yves NiclasseL Œil du Gibloux L invitation au voyage14
#41242Rechenzo IslesSilver Screen Silhouette14
#41333Yauheni AkulichTuscany sunrise14
#45108Fabian MeierhansAll eyes on the ball13
#45157Jacqueline PerregauxDéfence Bleue13
#45325Xavier JolyRue des Mouettes13
#48199Luca MelchiorBundeshaus12
#48243Rechenzo IslesStolen Moment12
#5014Ashkan BonabiOctober Calm11
#5034Carla CarapetyanHere11
#50149Harisson FordDeep in green11
#50244Rémy AubortDouceur du soir11
#50253Roxane FournierLa Neige à Istanbul11
#50255Sachko De Courson3411
#50310Valentine ThomasMens sana in corpore sano11
#576Alex BraunwalderWashing Day in Mongolia310
#57133Frédéric LecomteLa plage du diable10
#57228Pascal TrittenMoonfall10
#57248Romain LANEYRIEnotification10
#57293Stéphanie Vanden BerghePrayers and hope10
#57306Tiziana Di FulvioUn envol parmi les roseaux10
#6373Daniel BorlozLe chemin vers la Lumière9
#63192Lionel MottierSpotted in the dark9
#63246Riwa ZoueinLe quotidien, ailleurs9
#63252Roxane FournierLa diva du Ksar9
#63298Thibault JobinGoin' 2 worK9
#63304Tiago BorgesEcho9
#6924Beatrice Domas ChavanneElephant Sri Lankais8
#6945Chantal LanthemannLa montagne et ses reflets8
#6997Dupuy Benoitl envers du décor8
#69134Frédéric LecomteSea of tea8
#69168Jay CrosPeau en fleur8
#69186Justyna ErogluBright Eye8
#69189Lionel MottierAiguille verte glacée8
#69197Luca BaucoLa léopardesse8
#69311Valentine ThomasOrange mécanique8
#69316Vincent RosattiNo time to read8
#69329Yauheni AkulichLago dAntorno reflections8
#8028Bettelli GabrieleIndia - Holi festival7
#80135Frédéric LecomteUeno maze7
#80145Guillaume HardyRayure7
#80156Jacqueline PerregauxCommunication spatiale7
#80206Marie VanolliRegards dans le rétroviseur7
#80227Pascal TrittenForêt Echantée7
#80240Raphael SalisInstant volé7
#80320William ReyEn Plein Micro7
#8817Beate SchulzeFerry to Bute6
#8829Bettelli GabrieleMyanmar - Prière6
#8872Cynthia AmamiSymétrie japonaise6
#88138Giulia RomanatoLe Mont-Saint-Michel au lever du jour6
#88200Luca MelchiorFahrrad6
#88245Rémy AubortLa diagonale du fou6
#88271Sébastien BourquinMassif de la Chartreuse, 20256
#88312Valentine ThomasTourments6
#962Alain BidauxBoule de glace, saveur brouillard5
#9610Anna SpraySkyMiles and Beyond5
#9615Beate SchulzeAncient Roots5
#9655Charlotte Barbeyvenue au monde5
#9669Christiana MilesPêcheurs capverdiens5
#9692Diego Lindlau Glejserabove and under5
#96104Estelle LligonaEntraîner la chute5
#96106Eve MonnierLes visiteurs5
#96122Francis Piccanden famille ( La Havanne)5
#96127François PaccaudPure beauté5
#96144Guillaume Hardy1001 nuit5
#96166Jay CrosL'oiseau de paradis5
#96205Marco PaterliniWaiting and Travelling5
#96221Onno RuhlDéjeuner chez Globus5
#96233Penelope SprayTiming5
#96279Séverine CheretakisUpside down VI5
#96281Shabon JonesKurdistan, land of the sun5
#96321Xavier JolyEscalier au Grottes GE5
#96331Yauheni AkulichMisurina sunrise5

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Many people secretly dream of a fulfilling creative life and find themselves waiting indefinitely for the right time. The truth is that “the right time” is as much a myth as it is a choice.

Huan knew that following her expected path in finance wasn’t going to give her the fulfillment she was looking for, so she made a change to put herself first and pursue her passion for photography.

The transition from enthusiast to professional is a journey of both courage and craft. Huan’s journey from SPC Academy to the heart of the Basel art scene is a prime example of what happens when world-class professional photography training meets an unstoppable work ethic.

Watch: An Interview with Huan Cao

SPC Academy 1-Year Professional Photography Program

The SPC Academy 1-Year Professional Photography Program is a comprehensive photography education in the technical, artistic, and business skills you need to be successful. Designed for those ready to make a serious commitment to their craft, it comes with an “Everything You Need to Know to Go Pro” guarantee.

Our program is uniquely suited for individuals at a crossroads:

  • The Career Reinventor: Like Huan, many of our students come from high-pressure corporate backgrounds looking for a more fulfilling “second act.”
  • The Global Relocator: For those who have moved to Switzerland to support a partner’s career, this program offers a way to build a local network and a portable skill set.
  • The Dedicated Visionary: For those who now have the time and resources to invest in themselves, the Academy provides the structure to turn a lifelong passion into a legacy.

Over the course of 12 months, students move far beyond the basics. Under the mentorship of industry experts, they master photography basics before moving on to developing their own style, eventually earning a photography certification and finishing with a capstone exhibition at the end of their program.

Praise for Huan

Huan’s success is no accident. While the SPC Academy provided the technical foundation and the mentorship of teachers like Catherine Lewis and Fabiana Nunes along the way, it was Huan’s own tenacity and talent that allowed her to make her mark on the art scene in Basel.

Now she is happily living her photography dream. At her gallery & studio, she creates her own art and also helps other artists gain visibility for theirs.

Learn more about Huan’s work at the Galerie Sechs website.

Learn more about the SPC Academy 1-year Professional Development Program

Your creative dreams shouldn’t have to wait for “someday.”

Is It Your Turn? Join an upcoming Information Session to see how SPC Academy can help you bring your own dreams to life.

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Thanks again to all participants and sponsors, who made these fantastic 9 days of photography possible.

The top 100 public vote is below.

Winners

Jury Prize

Canon EOS R8 + RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens

220 Guido LuratiScrews City 1

Guido Lurati

Screws City

1st Public Prize

CHF 1500 Gift voucher for a SPC Photo Tour

186 Eloisa JacomelliGatherer of Offerings

Eloisa Jacomelli

Gatherer of Offerings

2nd Public Prize

Patona Powerbank, Lowepro Photosport Backpack, Manfrotto 190 XPRO Aluminium Tripod

162 Dennis NurnbergerWink from the Deep

Dennis Nürnberger

Wink from the Deep

3rd Public Prize

Shimoda Action X30 V2 Starter kit

682 Uwe BoeslWaiting for the local train

Uwe Boesl

Waiting for the local train!

Most-voted small photo

Lume Cube Broadcast Lighting Kit

281 Jill Blumbuntes Leben auf dem Titicacasee

Jill Blum

Buntes Leben auf dem Titicacasee

Bonus Prize

Lifetime subscription to Pictrs

459 Pascal KramerNoel Niederberger CH im Racefocus 1

Pascal Kramer

Noel Niederberger (CH) im Racefocus

Jury honorable mentions

323--Lorenz Weidinger==Cheetah One
395--Martin Hug==Eisvogel mit Fisch
401--Melanie Frey==Sanfte Stärke – Zali gewidmet
289--Johannes Würgler==Badespass
510--Remo Bieri==Silent beauty
696--Zina Heg==Stadt des Windes
095--Christoph Albrecht==la femme sur deux cubes
491--Pius Gruber==Nadine
315--Klaus Strobel==im Angesicht der Zeit

Public vote results

Here are the results from the public voting (top 100)

First choice: 3 points, Second choice: 2 points, Third choice: 1 Point

RankingPhoto #PhotographerPhoto TitlePoints
#1186Eloisa JacomelliGatherer of Offerings74
#2162Dennis NürnbergerWink from the Deep67
#3682Uwe BoeslWaiting for the local train!66
#4326Luca Dudlithe Kings gaze65
#5125Daniel HugDas letzte Licht50
#6252Irina HristescuThe Arctic Prince48
#7207Fabienne GassmannMirror of the morning38
#8105Claudia WintelerCalm in the storm37
#9182Eliane Rytersalty feet35
#10519René MeierUndercover33
#10572Ruzhdi IbrahimiGleichgewicht nach der Landung33
#12289Johannes WürglerBadespass31
#13505Rainer BürkiÜber dem Silsersee30
#14401Melanie FreySanfte Stärke - Zali gewidmet28
#14589Sascha PacinoTrue Romance28
#14679Urs WüthrichRuhe-Kraft28
#17153Denis SpycherThe stare27
#17545Rolf SteinerLa Sicilia 227
#1957Barbara JennyA bit cold here26
#19220Guido LuratiScrews City 126
#21214Fudz QaziA Distant Journey25
#21569Rudolf StämpfliHermelin25
#23261Jan ArnoldEdelstein der Lüfte20
#24654Tiziana Cipriani GadientKolibris of Mindo, Ecuador19
#24696Zina HegStadt des Windes19
#26391Martin GrünigerGrace in the Rain18
#26395Martin HugEisvogel mit Fisch18
#26658Tobias SpörliMystic underwater landscape18
#29281Jill Blumbuntes Leben auf dem Titicacasee17
#29491Pius GruberNadine17
#29525Rhea NellenBetween mist and dreams17
#32278Jennifer KreisGuardian of the North16
#32466Peter FischerEinsame Linde16
#3414Alina CelikApex Predator15
#34269Jean StocklinLa tisserande ( Vietnam )15
#34328Luca TedoneErithacus rubecula15
#34452Pascal Himmelbergercuddling cheetah cubs15
#34473Peter FischerStraße nach Italien (Malojapass)15
#34580Samil CeylanFlug durch Hamburg15
#34584Sandra Rodondi de GodoyBellevue15
#34653Tiziana Cipriani GadientKolibri Standstill, Ecuador, Mindo15
#423Adolf GenhartLuana14
#42362Marco AerniIch und die Anderen14
#4473Beatrice Domas ChavanneBouquetins dans bulle d ea13
#4474Beatrice Domas ChavanneBouquetins dans bulle d eau13
#4698Claude WältiBienenfresser12
#46376Maria MathiopoulouReflections and reality12
#46579Samaia Gorzai see you12
#46627Tatiana GreshchishinBaby12
#50102Claudia GysiFederlicht11
#50127Daniel HugSchwarznasenschafe im Wallis11
#50275Jennifer KreisAscension11
#50315Klaus Strobelim Angesicht der Zeit11
#50406Michael BöhlenTräumen11
#50531Robert NakiewiczThe Vision11
#50655Tiziana Cipriani GadientSea Otter Fun Raft, Canada11
#57282Jill BlumEinklang zwischen Mensch und Tier10
#57323Lorenz WeidingerCheetah One10
#57526Riccarda HoffmannMons Lucis10
#6058Barbara JennyAfter a long journey, I want to land9
#6095Christoph Albrechtla femme sur deux cubes9
#60253Irina HristescuThree Sisters9
#60258James BridgeArctic Tern mirrored in lake water9
#60317Lars PickenbrockLook Twice9
#60428Nadin FischerLight as a feather, free like a bird9
#60444Nicole Von ArxVersteckte Stärke9
#60459Pascal KramerNoel Niederberger (CH) im Racefocus9
#60564Ronald WildmannToward the Horizon9
#60637Thomas DuboisHopeful Eyes9
#7015Alina CelikDragged from the Depths8
#7017Alina CelikThe Price Tag of Extinction8
#70230Hans- Peter BlandowErledigt8
#70247Ioannis GatopoulosRunning Free8
#70417Michaela SchurinkZeelandbrug8
#70529Robert NakiewiczOrdinarily Life8
#7660Barbara JennyLet us go7
#76192Erdal AtukerenGlacier Harmony7
#76237Heidi VögeliDas Schloss im Meer7
#76256Jackie NguyHeart of Light7
#76276Jennifer KreisEchoes of the Past7
#76306Karin SchwarzClemgia im S-Charl-Tal im Unterengadin7
#76360Marcel ZvalaZVALA_Pres_Heizel_2025_WEBRip_4K_GIF_0017
#76524Rhea NellenBeneath the autumn sun7
#76530Robert NakiewiczThe Existence7
#76671Urs Freywork balanced7
#8686Brigitte MärkiDen Tag abwaschen6
#8689Céline Pene-BonvinÀ la source du calme6
#86151Denis SpycherCarefree ride6
#86169Djamel LutterBreathe6
#86295Juan RicaurteInterstices6
#86312Katy MayrRentiere im Nebel6
#86356Marc SennNature6
#86377Mária Mia KóšaLateAutumnInSlovakMountains6
#86379Mario BergerControlled Moment6
#86552Romain StreitThe Matterhorn's morning breath6
#86581Samil CeylanLost in Connection6
#86601Stefanie PfisterSchnecke unter Wasser6
#86635Theres WickiLichtvolles Kreuz6
#86672Urs ScheideggerCooling Down6
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]]> https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/winners-spc-photo-awards-zurich-december-2025/feed/ 0 Best camera & photography gear in 2026 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/best-photography-gear-for-beginners/ https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/best-photography-gear-for-beginners/#respond Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:46:59 +0000 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/?p=3615 The most frequent question that we receive from our students is : “I’m new to photography / videography, which camera / lens should I buy”? We update this article every year to help you choose the correct gear for your needs. The opinions in this article are based on extensive research in the Swiss and […]

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We update this article every year to help you choose the correct gear for your needs. The opinions in this article are based on extensive research in the Swiss and German markets and our experience with thousands of students during our classes.

  • Full Frame Popularity: Full frame sensors are more affordable than ever.
  • Autofocus Revolution: Subject tracking (Eyes, Animals, Vehicles) is now standard even in budget models.
  • Video First: Almost all new cameras are now excellent hybrids for video and vlogging.

Overall recommendations:

Buying advice:

  • Consider buying secondhand: A camera with under 50,000 actuations has plenty of life left.
  • Consider renting before you buy to figure out which brand you will actually use. Remember that you cannot use lenses from different manufacturers, so once you select a brand, you will have to start investing in lenses made for that brand.
  • Skip the “Kit Lens”: Usually 18-55mm, these lenses struggle in low light. Buy the body only and pair it with a higher-quality prime or zoom lens.
  • Invest in learning: Better gear doesn’t make you a better photographer. Save on gear in the beginning and invest in classes & education. Learning photography will get you better photos with any camera, including your phone. Cameras are like paintbrushes; buying the best won’t guarantee a masterpiece.

Gear advice:

  • Go Mirrorless: DSLRs are legacy tech. Mirrorless cameras are lighter, faster, and show you the final image before you shoot.
  • Sensor Size: We generally recommend APS-C (Cropped Sensor) for beginners to save weight and money. Consider Full Frame only if you shoot mostly in low light.
  • Get a Custom Strap: The strap in the box is usually uncomfortable. Upgrade immediately to a good strap to save your neck.
  • Pair a fancy lens with a cheaper camera. Cameras simply capture what the lens sees. Better lenses will always make better images.
  • Buy a camera with an interchangeable lens: Fixed-lens cameras limit your learning flexibility. As a beginner, you need to experiment with wide and telephoto focal lengths, which requires interchangeable lenses.

General purpose beginner kit

Quick Summary: Top Picks for 2026

  • Best budget camera: Nikon Z50 II
  • Best Mid-Range Camera: Canon R6 Mark II / Nikon Z6 III
  • Best High-End Camera: Nikon Z8
  • Essential lenses: An all purpose zoom lens (e.g. 24-120mm) plus a specialist 35mm or 50mm.

For beginners with a budget, we recommend a mirrorless camera with a cropped sensor (also called aps-c), with a good lens or two. For those with higher budgets, nowadays there are great full frame sensor camera offers, however remember that full frame camera will need bigger and more expensive full frame lenses.

More expensive cameras have better build quality, better high ISO performance, better autofocus, extra features and maybe specific features like weather sealing or two card slots that a pro would need but would not benefit a hobbyist.

Also consider user gear as mentioned above, to get more features for the same budget.

We don’t recommend the kit lenses that come with the camera. Buy the camera body and choose your lens(es) yourself instead of relying on the lowest quality lenses that the camera manufacturers attach to the camera to keep the price as low as possible. Remember, the lens creates the image and the camera simply captures it. With a cheap lens, you will create a low quality image for your camera to capture.

Budget

Cropped sensor recommended for most beginners

Camera:

  • Canon R100 + 18-150mm f3.5-6.3
  • Sony A6100 / A6400 + 25mm f1.8
  • Nikon Z50 II + Z DX 18-140mm

Lens:

  • An all purpose lens (e.g. 18mm – 140) for general purpose plus
  • A prime 35mm or 50mm f/1.8 lens for creamy backgrounds and low light.

Software: Adobe Photography Plan Lightroom & Photoshop

CHF 1.5K

Better

Entry level full frame for better low light performance.

Camera:

  • Canon R6 Mark II
  • Nikon Z6 III
  • Sony A7 IV

Lens:

  • An all purpose zoom (e.g. 24-105 or 24-200) plus
  • A specialist fixed lens with f/1.8 or f/2.0 (e.g. 28mm, 50mm or 85mm)

Software: Adobe Photography Plan Lightroom & Photoshop

CHF 2-3K

Best

Top quality full frame cameras with sensor stabilisation

Camera:

  • Canon R6 Mark III or R5 Mark II
  • Nikon Z8
  • Sony A7R V

Lens:

  • An all purpose zoom (e.g. 24-70 f/2.8 or 24-120 f/4)
  • A specialist fixed lens (e.g. 50mm or 85mm f/1.4 or f/1.8)

Software: Adobe Photography Plan Lightroom & Photoshop

CHF 3-6K

Choosing the brand

As of 2026, all three leading brands (Canon, Nikon, Sony) offer similar performances for each price point, so you cannot go wrong by choosing any of them. Canon and Nikon are usually more user friendly with their buttons and menus and ergonomics. Sony usually leads with the latest technologies in their sensors; however, we find their menus and the buttons sometimes too complicated for a beginner.

Retro design cameras : Special note

Retro-design Cameras

Retro-design cameras such as FujiFilm, Nikon Z Fc, OM-D Pen, etc have become very popular with their beautiful designs that include dedicated dials for exposure.

However, in our experience, these dedicated aperture & shutter speed dials make it more difficult for beginners to start. If you’re an absolute beginner, we do not recommend those cameras to start your photography journey. However they can be an excellent second camera for your travels. 🙂

Most important accessory: A custom Strap

Blackrapid Strap

Whatever your level in photography, we strongly recommend a good strap to make carrying your camera much easier. The original straps that come with your camera are not comfortable; they are too short and not ergonomic. A good strap will make it very comfortable to carry your camera and you can use it with any camera that you have. The brand that we recommend is BlackRapid (Sports model).

This strap has soft padding that always stays on your shoulder, distributes the weight equally to both sides of your body, and when you need to take a photograph, the camera is easily pulled up into position because the camera glides along the sling while the shoulder pad stays put.

You can order it from our online store at special prices for our followers.

Post-processing:

Read our in-depth guide on the Best photography software for photographers.

Software: Adobe photography plan: Lightroom & Photoshop. CHF 11.85 / month.

Hardware: Apple MacBook M3 or MacBook M3 Pro

We offer several photography classes for beginners to get you up to speed quickly.

Our recommendation is the 5-week evening class for beginners if you are free in the evenings. We also offer a full day beginners course if you prefer a weekend. For a complete education, check our SPC Academy Programs which starts from 4 weeks up to 1 year.

Cappadocia Trip by Swiss Photo Club - Osan Altun
Cappadocia Trip by Swiss Photo Club – Osan Altun

Landscape Photography

Camera & Lens

  • Sony A7R V + 24-105 G + Sony 16-35 GM
  • Canon R5 II + 24-70mm f/2.8 + 14-35mm f/4
  • Nikon Z8 + Z 24-120 f/4 + Z 14-30 f/4

Accessories

  • Strap: Blackrapid Curve Breathe or Sport (CHF 80)
  • Tripod: Look for one made of carbon fiber with a minimum height of 1.5m, especially in a travel series. Cheap tripods are a false economy: if your tripod is heavy or annoying to use, you won’t use it! We recommend the wonderful MeFOTO GlobeTrotter Classic Carbon (CHF 250)
  • Filter: We prefer universal filters, which slide into a bracket you can attach to any lens. Our choice is the Nisi line-up, specifically the Starter Kit Filter set (CHF 590). You can also buy single filters that only work with one diameter of lens–but then you won’t be able to use the same filter for all of your lenses and may have to buy several.

Post-processing:

Check our software for photographers article for an in depth look at our software recommendations

  • Adobe photography plan: Lightroom & Photoshop.
  • Aurora HDR : Free trial, CHF 99.- one time payment
  • Nik Color Efex (from Nik Collection)
  • Apple M4 MacBook Pro
Portrait Photography Swiss Photo Club Gear Recommendations
Image credit: Altun Photography

Portrait Photography

Learning skills like understanding light, posing, communication are really much more important than photography gear in portraiture. If you don’t master those, no combination of cameras and lenses will produce anything nice. After you master these principles, we recommend to invest in high quality lenses that can deliver creamy backgrounds and good sharpness.

Camera & Lens:

Our camera recommendation for portrait photography is the same as for general purpose. Eye tracking in mirrorless cameras helps a lot, especially with prime lenses (see below).

  • Budget: 85mm f/1.8
  • Best 85mm f/1.4 or 105mm / 135mm f/1.4 + 70-200 f/2.8

Accessories

Post-processing:

Check our software for photographers article for an in depth look at our software recommendations

  • Software: Adobe photography plan: Lightroom & Photoshop.
  • Portrait Pro (Anthropics)
  • Evoto for culling & AI edits
  • Hardware: Apple MacBook M4 Pro
Bakhmaro Georgien Sports Photography gear recommendations. Photo by Ruedi Flück
Image credit: Ruedi Flück

Sports Photography

Camera & Lens

The important considerations when comparing cameras for sports photography include shots per second (that will eliminate very high resolution bodies), reliable & fast focusing, and good performance in high ISO especially when shooting indoors. Combine with a fast 70-200 f/2.8 lens.

  • Nikon Z8 + Nikon Z 70-200 f/2.8 lens
  • Canon R5 II + Canon 70-200 f/2.8
  • Sony A1 (30fps RAW!) + Sony Gmaster 70-200 f/2.8 ($9300 new)

Accessories

Strap: Blackrapid Straps

Post-processing:

Wildlife Photography Gear recommendations - Tiger by Malini Pittet
Photo credit: Malini Pittet

Wildlife Photography

Camera & Lens

Wildlife photography usually requires a significant investment in lenses to get close to your subjects without disturbing them. Our recommendations:

  • Budget: Canon powershot zoom $250 (binocular)
  • Canon R7 + RF 100mm-500mm lens $4000
  • Canon R5 + Canon 800mm f11 (lighter) $4800 new
  • Sony A1 + 600mm f/4 (total $19500) or Sony 400 mm f2.8 combined with a teleconverter x2 to get a 800mm at f5.6
  • Nikon Z8 has eye-tracking for bird photography that is off the charts, if you have the budget. Add the new Nikon 400 f/2.8 Z if you have the budget.
  • Also check Tamron’s 150-600mm (~$1200). It works with all major brands, is quite cheap compared to similar lenses, and is great for beginners.

Accessories

Post-processing:

  • Software: Adobe photography plan: Lightroom & Photoshop. CHF 11.85 / month.
  • Hardware: Apple MacBook M4 Pro
Filmmaking Gear Recommendations - KayJMogg

Filmmaking / Videography / Vlogging

Camera & Lens

Basic Video:

  • Smartphone (plus a gimbal)
  • Sony ZV-E1 or ZV-E10 II
  • Nikon Z30

Professional Video

  • Panasonic S II
  • Canon R5 Mark II + RF 24-105 f2.8L
  • Panasonic GH 7
  • Nikon Z8 + NIKKOR Z 28‑135mm f/4 PZ

Accessories

  • DJI OM 5 Smartphone Gimbal
  • DJI Ronin RS3 or RS3 Pro Gimbal for mid size to bigger cameras
  • Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera Mount Shotgun microphone (for indoors)
  • Shure MV88 + Video Kit (Microphone for outdoor vlogging on smartphone)
  • Wireless Microphone : RØDE Wireless GO II

Software:

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]]> As the days get shorter and the November weather keeps us inside, it’s the perfect time to turn our homes into our personal photo studios! Don’t let the lack of sunshine dampen your photographic spirit. With a few simple tricks and perhaps a couple of affordable tools, you can capture beautiful, well-lit photos right in your own living space.

Here are 3 practical tips to help you take stunning indoor photos:

Tip #1: Use your windows as your main light source

Window
50mm, f/5, 1/100s, ISO 800. Altun Photography (@altuno)

During the day, large windows are the best light source with soft, diffused light. Position your subject near a window, but out of direct sunlight (if there is any!). Switch off other lights to avoid color casts. Observe how the light falls in different rooms throughout the day to find your best window. 

Tip #2: Open Up Your Aperture

Blurry Backg
50mm, f/1.4, 1/50s, ISO 110. Altun Photography (@altuno)

To make your subject truly pop against a softly blurred background (known as “bokeh”), use a wider aperture (smaller f-number like f/1.8 or f/2.8). This will not only isolate your subjects from a distracting background, it will also let in plenty of light so that you don’t have to use very high ISO’s and get clean shots. This is why we recommend a prime lens (e.g. 50mm f/1.8) much more than a kit lens like 18-55. These lenses are very affordable and will get  you game-changing results. 

Tip #3: Create soft light with a lamp or flash by bouncing from your walls

Flash
58mm, f/1.4, 1/60s, ISO 1800, flash bounced from the white wall behind the photographer. Altun Photography (@altuno)

During the evenings, the ceiling lights are not your friend 🙂 They will create shadows in the eyes and highlights at the top of the head. The built-in “pop-up” flash is also not flattering, it will create harsh, unflattering shadows. The secret is to “bounce” the light. Get a simple external speedlight (flash) that fits your camera hot shoe. Instead of pointing it at your subject, rotate the head to point at a white ceiling or a wall behind you. The light will bounce off the surface and come down as soft, diffused light that looks professional and natural.

Bonus tip:  Use auto ISO & Aperture Priority mode

Many photographers are afraid to raise their ISO because they fear “grainy” photos. However, in low-light indoor situations, a low ISO often forces your camera to use a slow shutter speed, resulting in motion blur. Remember: A sharp, grainy photo is always better than a smooth, blurry one. Use the combination of Aperture Priority Mode and Auto ISO. Select the lowest Aperture your lens allows. This will reduce speed and increase ISO as needed, so that you can concentrate on the light and composition, which is the most important element in your photo. 

Learn more photography tips

If you’re ready to master your camera, we’re here to help. Join one of our photography courses for all levels and see how fun it is to explore your creative side.

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]]> https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/better-indoor-photos-at-home/feed/ 0 Winners: SPC Photo Awards Geneva October 2025 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/winners-spc-photo-awards-geneva-oct-2025/ https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/winners-spc-photo-awards-geneva-oct-2025/#respond Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:28:32 +0000 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/?p=7529 Many thanks again to all the participants and our sponsors, who together made for a fantastic 9 days of photography in Geneva.  You can find the final results on this page. Prize Winners Jury Prize Tamron lens 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Marco Paterlini : The Mask Of Rebellion 1st Place – Public Vote […]

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Many thanks again to all the participants and our sponsors, who together made for a fantastic 9 days of photography in Geneva. 

You can find the final results on this page.

Prize Winners

Jury Prize

Tamron lens 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2

226 Marco PaterliniThe Mask Of Rebellion

Marco Paterlini : The Mask Of Rebellion

1st Place - Public Vote

SPC Photo Trip Voucher worth CHF 1500

278 Patricia WalterLes coussinets du geant

Patricia Walter : Les coussinets du géant

2nd Place - Public Vote

Shimoda backpack + Manfrotto tripod

163 Jeremy BurkliHeaven Flirt

Jérémy Burkli : Heaven Flirt

3rd Place - Public Vote

Shimoda backpack + Patona control monitor

332 Xan WhiteFox in the alley

Xan White : Fox in the alley

Public Vote: Most voted small print

Lowepro backpack

146 Ivy Kigundu ToureMan In The Garden Tranquility

Ivy Kigundu Toure : Man In The Garden – Tranquility

Bonus Prize: Pictrs Selection

Lifetime Ultimate membership at Pictrs.com

134 Hailey HeerscheBlue shark

Hailey Heersche : Blue shark

Jury Honorable Mentions

097--Frances Bruchez==Suri tribe, Ethiopia
125--Gregoire Surply==Eclat du silence
172--Jordi Oriol Serra==Marseilles
175--Judith Mijderwijk==Tamaskan Wolf Dog
255--Nadejda Jourovski==Floral Maternity Magic
303--Roman Piwowarski==Theater

Results from Public Voting

Here are the results of the public voting: 

First choice: 3pts, Second choice: 2pts, Third choice: 1pt

RankingPhoto #PhotographerPhoto TitlePoints
#1278Patricia WalterLes coussinets du géant56
#2163Jérémy BurkliHeaven Flirt54
#3332Xan WhiteFox in the alley53
#4116Gautier BoillatEntre virages et montagnes52
#4198Lionel EggerNtomba Walé woman in DR Congo52
#625Beatrice Domas ChavanneBouquetins50
#7255Nadejda JourovskiFloral Maternity Magic48
#8125Gregoire SurplyEclat du silence40
#9146Ivy Kigundu ToureMan In The Garden Tranquility39
#10292Romain StreitEn direction de Poudlard37
#10324Thierry LAVEDans le soleil37
#12182Lambert WoringerDanseuse flamme dur miroir noir31
#1390Elodie PachoudLes grains d amour30
#13303Roman PiwowarskiTheater30
#15145Ivy Kigundu ToureMan In The Garden I Deserve It All28
#15154Jan ArnoldRest on Blue28
#17119Gavin SteinerGone fishing!27
#17141Isabelle FontanaPile au bon moment27
#17322Thibaut JosseinMountain layers27
#2055Christiana MilesJust doing my squats25
#20102François NaefSpirit animal25
#22226Marco PaterliniThe Mask Of Rebellion24
#23290Robbie SmithNot Monday Again!!23
#249Alfredo DiegoLuces y sombras22
#25120Giulia RomanatoGirafes en Namibie21
#25144Ivy Kigundu ToureMan In The Garden Human First21
#2767Clara KasserSnowy Shabbat stroll in Brooklyn20
#27183Lambert WoringerElegance et sérénité20
#29335Xavier JolyEscalier_NB19
#303Adrien FonjallazExplorateur céleste18
#30236Mathilde PerrinEmotions et éléphants du désert18
#30275Paola MonteMagnétisme18
#33345Yauheni AkulichThe Exit17
#34175Judith MijderwijkTamaskan Wolf Dog16
#34190Laurent FaselDiorama miniature échelle 43ème Docks16
#34293Romain StreitSymphonie polaire16
#34354Yoann THURREMur de grimpe - Bains des Pâquis16
#38227Markus ReisLa Grave202515
#38314Sylvain MartinEsprit du désert15
#38326Thierry LAVEMe me me15
#41214Lynn GrantLe King14
#41258Nady RizkSilhouettes of Strength - Beqaa, Lebanon14
#43126Gregoire SurplyElan sauvage13
#43149James GrooMatterhorn13
#4515Alix ObersonRegard Ocre12
#4522Asan KurtishiCascade d Engstligen12
#4575Dimitri PegadaBonito Cubano12
#45137Haridja LayazHuman Flow12
#45187Lambert WoringerVoyage dans le souffle de la terre12
#51108François PaccaudJe ne fais que passer11
#51166Jody BernsNature or Nurture11
#51186Lambert WoringerSous le ciel des ancêtres11
#51235Mathilde PerrinComplicité et éléphants du désert11
#51325Thierry LAVEGeneva Urban Reflections11
#5539Caro BlackwellThe hidden corners of Venice10
#55101François NaefSlingshot10
#55103François PaccaudA lombre de tes ailes10
#55114Garance LouvinUn château dans les arbres10
#55124Giulia ZenPortrait of a man in turquoise10
#55168Joel GerlierDes bas et des eaux10
#55277Patricia Comte WerlyNuage d elegance10
#55304Ruedi StukerUnder the weather10
#55334Xavier JolyCornavin10
#6476Dimitri PegadaPlus de fierté quand ta eu aucune aide9
#6489Elodie PachoudLe reflet du Soleil9
#64128Gregoire SurplyVeilleur de nuit9
#64134Hailey HeerscheBlue shark9
#64138Haridja LayazShadowed Gaze9
#64172Jordi Oriol SerraMarseilles9
#64251Miguel EstrellaIce Cream9
#64265Nathanaëlle BugnonRegard d'hiver9
#64280Pierre-Alain GogniatIci coule la rivière9
#64323Thibaut JosseinWinter traffic9
#7350Charlotte BernsLife goes on8
#7372Coline ŪdreCome pick me up 👽8
#7393Erdal AtukerenIguaçu Falls Brazil8
#7397Frances BruchezSuri  tribe, Ethiopia8
#73160Jean-Cédrick TossaSummer 20128
#73178Laetitia LafranceDiva8
#73240MAUD MONNETDouce lueur8
#73249Miguel EstrellaDreams8
#73259Nady RizkWatching the Watcher - Jazz Festival8
#73274Nolan Roththe simplicity of the world8
#73321Thibaut JosseinIbex, king of the Alps8
#8511Aline KurthPhotosynthèse7
#8556Christiana MilesKids love snow7
#85110Franz WagnerAbeille occupée7
#85162Jean-Cédrick TossaSymmetry Axis7
#85164Jérémy BurkliWhite Tip Shark Eye7
#85184Lambert WoringerPure agilité7
#85199Lorène FrachetLet The Sunshine In7
#85230Matheus Lipariparadise7
#85264Nathanaëlle BugnonL'appel du nid7
#85351Yoann THURREGeai des chênes - Valais7
#9536Carine PillininiRepos6
#9564Christina CalantzisMarguerite6
#9587Elizabeth StrebelMoro Sphynx6
#95224Marc HeinigerTendresse fleurie6
#95296Roman PiwowarskiCruse6
#95340Yann CouëdelLe héron6
#9645Caroline MathysRencontre sauvage5
#9680Dominique LandryFiat Abarth course Ollon Villars 20255
#96107François PaccaudIl aspire a la paix5
#96158Jean-Cédrick TossaLight in the Dark5
#96181Lambert WoringerAtterrissage tout en beauté5
#96205Louise ReulRegard félin5
#96228Markus ReisLofoten20255
#96237Mathilde PerrinLe regard de Mawensi5
#96238Matteo MastrangeloFestival du printemps deuxième édition5
#96241Maxim FedorovChild watching nuclear bomb test5
#96263Nathalie WaridelMer Aral Ouzbékistan5
#96269Nicolò CompagnoLa dolce vita5
#96279Paulo RodriguesFountain rue Stephen RousseauNoirEtBlanc5
#96302Roman PiwowarskiSunrise5
#96327Thomas BernsThe Stream of Life5
#96331Véronique CHAPPUISEcrevisse grise et son nuage de sableb5
#96350Yoann THURREEcureuil roux5

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We sat down with Christian from Pictrs to talk about his work and how he supports PICTRs photographers and the SPC Photo Awards. Read on to learn more—or, if you’re already convinced, skip to the end for a special offer.

Q: So what is Pictrs exactly?

A: We are a shop system offering services for all types of photographers. You can use Pictrs.com to create your own website to sell your images and photo products featuring your designs.

Q: And what connects you to Swiss Photo Club?

A: In short: people who love photography! Anyone who joins an SPC Photo Awards exhibition may be interested in our product. It’s always great to hear feedback from photographers who tell us that thanks to Pictrs, they now have more time to concentrate on photography.

Q: What role do you play in the SPC Photo Awards?

A: Pictrs and the Swiss Photo Club first came into contact in September 2024, when we crossed paths on LinkedIn and you had a great idea: why not choose one winning photo per exhibition, with the photographer receiving a bonus prize from Pictrs? Since then, we’ve been looking very closely at the submissions and choosing the photo that impresses us most in each exhibition as a team.

Here are some examples:

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Munich: Barbara Kattner


The Pictrs jury: This extraordinary street scene immediately captivated us with its interplay of composition and color. The photographer waited for the perfect moment to take the photo. The light falling from the right makes the scene look like a painting. The photo is also interesting because of its authenticity: no one is looking at the camera, no one is posing. Really powerful!

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Cologne: Nicole Urbscheit


The Pictrs jury: We were impressed by the photo’s perfectly captured lighting. It’s incredible how the dynamics of the subject, reflections, and sky come together to form a vibrant whole! Artfully staged.

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Leipzig: Janin Hemmann

The Pictrs jury: We remember this image particularly well because we were at the exhibition in Leipzig in person and had the opportunity to meet the photographer. The photo motif really does look like something out of a fairy tale, and we could hardly believe how well the model was staged. Everything about it is just right: the play of light, the reflection of the water, and the staging with the costume. The highlight is the contrast between Melusine’s red hair and the emerald green water—it’s like a dream!

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Zurich: Lars Diegel

The Pictrs jury: The structure of the motif and its enigmatic character scored highly in this photo. The mounted car rearview mirrors pose a puzzle in terms of their function and form a captivating structure. The longer you look at it, the more layers of meaning open up: the rear view shows the rear view, shows the rear view… Visually and in terms of content, this is definitely a photo that will stay in our memories!

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Geneva: Florian Vaucher

The Pictrs jury: Looking at the photo immediately triggers emotions and feelings: coldness, loneliness. The eye-catcher is the only visible living creature in this inherently hostile environment, whose image planes merge with one another. We were also particularly impressed by the powerful effect created by the perfectly chosen image composition.

Q: And what exactly is the Bonus Prize that Pictrs awards to one photographer per SPC Photo Awards exhibition?

A: The prize is that each winner receives our most valuable subscription, the Ultimate package, free of charge – for life! This means that you can open a Pictrs shop and have 2 TB of storage space for your images, your own custom domain, and save on the monthly shop fees of 49.90 euros! It’s a great deal… All the winners have to do is contact us after the award ceremony and we’ll take care of everything else.

Q: Are your services specific to certain kinds of photography?

A: Yes and no! Pictrs offers a range of features useful for specific kinds of photography: Voting on photos, start number tagging for sporting events, sorting using the QR function for schools and daycare centers. But everything is optional, nothing is mandatory. We love the diversity of our photographers! You can find a selection of examples from our users here on our website: https://www.pictrs.com/fotografen-beispielshops/

Q: How long have you been around?

A: For 15 years. A small anniversary! The team is now in the double-digits, and we are delighted that word-of-mouth advertising is working so well. It’s great to see that Pictrs is constantly evolving and adding new products, features, and support. Most recently, for example, our free toolkit on “Optimal Image Resolution”: www.pictrs.com/dpi

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Q: What have you learned these past 15 years at Pictrs?

A: Some things have changed, both internally and externally: our team has grown, and digital photos have become more popular in all areas of photography over the years. But some things have stayed the same: contact with our customers has always been very important to us. We want to support photographers and offer really good, personalized service. Communication has been very important to us from the very beginning and remains that way. And our customers like that!

Q: Do you need programming skills to set up and manage your shop?

A: No, not at all. There is a toolkit for shop design that helps you create your own look. Price management is self-explanatory, and you set the sales prices in the shop yourself. If you have any questions, we are of course happy to help by phone or email.

Q: And what’s next for Pictrs and Swiss Photo Club?

A: We are delighted to continue our partnership! We have already selected a winning photo from the next event and look forward to receiving many more impressive images from Germany, Switzerland, and Austria in the future. Your exhibitions are creating a new kind of community that we have never seen before in the field of photography. We are really happy to be a part of it.

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Want to try Pictrs? We have a special rate for you: You can find all the information at https://www.pictrs.com/spc

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]]> https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/introducing-pictrs-the-bonus-prize-sponsor-of-the-spc-photo-awards/feed/ 0 Winners: SPC Photo Awards Zurich Fall 2025 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/winners-spc-photo-awards-zurich-fall-2025/ https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/en/winners-spc-photo-awards-zurich-fall-2025/#respond Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:58:23 +0000 https://blog.swissphotoclub.com/?p=7393 Congratulations to all participants in the SPC Photo Awards - Zurich (Fall 2025) and especially to the winners! You can find the exact ranking and our methodology at the bottom of the page.

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Many thanks again to all participants and our sponsors who made this fantastic 9 days of photography 🙂 possible.

You can find public vote ranking (top 100) at the bottom of the page.

Winners

Jury Prize

CHF 1500 Visuals Gift Voucher

148 Frederic MullerFour Little Birds

Frédéric Muller

Four Little Birds

1st Public Prize

2-week private exhibition in Photobastei

045 Anna GerasimovaLIttle Guardian

Anna Gerasimova

Little Guardian

2nd Public Prize

Nisi Jetmag Pro filter kit

218 Jorge LopezDeep Sleep Gone World

Jorge Lopez

Deep Sleep, Gone World

3rd Public Prize

Shimoda Action X30 V2 Starter Kit

506 Toni ButzmannDer Konig des Alpsteins

Toni Butzmann

Der König des Alpsteins

Most-Voted Small Photo

Joby Wavo Air wireless microphone

207 Janik Gugerlibewegtes paris

Janik Gugerli

Bewegtes Paris

Bonus Prize

Lifetime subscription to Pictrs

314 Manuel WuthrichDie Stille des Hohlentauchen

Manuel Wüthrich

Die Stille des Höhlentauchen

Honorable Mentions of the Jury

450--Rémy Miedzinski==Hot Pepper
173--Gregor Reinhard==Fliegendes Mehl
425--Peter Röthlisberger==Mutterliebe
346--Melanie Frey==Hals über Kopf
138--Fabienne Gassmann==Wild at heart
192--Irina Hristescu==Might

Results of the public vote

Here are the results of the public voting:

First choice: 3 points, Second choice: 2 points, Third choice: 1 point

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145Anna GerasimovaLIttle Guardian82
2218Jorge LopezDeep Sleep, Gone World56
3506Toni ButzmannDer König des Alpsteins52
4209Janusz FurrerShadow Geometry50
4287Leo SiggSterna paradisaea with fish50
6295Lisa MathisLake Pehoe Torres del Paine42
758Barbara JennyAlone in the darkness36
85Alexey MorkvashentsevBeauty of Mountains32
8455Reto LaederachDas Belvédère und die Lichterstrasse32
10314Manuel WüthrichDie Stille des Höhlentauchen28
11450Rémy MiedzinskiHot Pepper26
12346Melanie FreyHals über Kopf24
13399Nolan RothAlways or even bigger22
13438Pius GruberOlivia22
13491Thea MihuTradition22
16508Ueli SchurterClouds rolling over Huandoy21
17266Kim Mietzschdreaming20
17327Marco ZedlerDorfstrasse20
17192Irina HristescuMight20
20207Janik Gugerlibewegtes paris19
2138Andres Ballesteros GuerreroGuardians of Lava and Sea18
21475Ruzhdi IbrahimiDie Kunst der Jagd18
23347Melanie FreySanfte Stärke17
23386Myriam SondererMorgenruhe17
23493Thomas GrotzerShades of light blue17
236Alexis LeibbrandtFlying on skis17
23189Irina HristescuAn Arctic Bean17
23245Karin ReySonnenuntergang Rigi17
23387Myriam SondererSteinbockliebe17
30500Tiffany BellSolitude in Motion16
3083Chris KatzenbachIm Anflug16
30131Elona ZubakuI got life, mother16
3020André PflaumSleeping beauty16
3059Barbara JennyEscape into darkness16
30437Pius GruberFabia16
30100Cyrill BuchmannDarkandMude16
30148Frédéric MullerFour Little Birds16
30415Peter HasslingerEin sitzender Mann im Helmhaus16
30463Roberto SonzaGlacier descent16
30499Thomas ZumbrunnenYellow coral goby in bottle, 1,5 cm16
4187Christine FischerSuddenly Part Of Art15
41106Daniela KahlertStreetlife Istanbul15
41162Gosia KaminskaFuture Islands, Zürich 202515
41231Julie JaegerPeek-a-Boo15
41305Lisa MathisXiva Usbekistan115
41312Magdalena WullschlegerGhost Rider15
41321Marco DecurtinsSuccession15
41425Peter RöthlisbergerMutterliebe15
41524Vivian WermuthAugen zu15
4122André PflaumTwo generations of cubs15
4174Birgit MüllerStrandarchitektur15
41133Erdal AtukerenDouble infinity butterfly ponders15
41185Iko MuratiZwischenhalt in Kyoto15
41208Janusz FurrerPortal15
41458Riccardo SciannaDancing Sun15
4117André PflaumFresh leafs15
4160Barbara JennyShadow in the darkness15
4164Benjamin ZurbriggenVacancy15
4178Catherine DecarliReflections15
4185Christine FischerCharm Of The Butterfly15
41101Cyrill BuchmannRed Vespa15
41120Dominik KrattigerStarbucks NYC15
41128Ed HofmannHirzel15
41173Gregor ReinhardFliegendes Mehl15
41210Jean michel BergierHeure dorée, Amboseli, Kenya15
41237Jutta JacobiReflections in the arctic15
41296Lisa MathisMagellanpinguin Isla Magdalena Chile_215
41301Lisa MathisPuma Torres del Paine Chile15
41303Lisa MathisSunsrise Sahara Morocco15
41342Matteo LindauerIt is all about the perspective15
41385Moritz HelpfererAm Ufer zuhause - der Biber an der Lorze15
41400Ole Steen StolbergPassage15
41431Pietro Porcelli_D-Man15
41495Thomas ZumbrunnenGraziler ghost pipefish, 4 cm15
413Alexander WildTräumer15
4156Anuschka Seemannhealing comes in waves15
4173Birgit MüllerKeine Landschaft15
4192Clara KasserFoggy Coney Island15
41160Gosia KaminskaFinal Beat of a Legendary Club15
41190Irina HristescuBig Yawn15
41216Jonathan MuellerSanftes Glühen15
41219Jorge LopezGlas Frames, Soft Skin15
41220Joshua HeusserHome15
41337Mark KriegPfäfers15
41441Raphael DiethelmFACES OF MUSIC — GIGI15
41459Riccardo SciannaDancing Sunset15
41494Thomas ZumbrunnenBargibanti pygmy seahorse, 2,5 cm15
41507Toni ButzmannDie Dreifaltigkeit im Alpstein15
41509Ueli SchurterMorning reflection at Laguna Carhuacocha15
4151Anna WilliZusammen15
4169Bernd FaulstichArtBasel Messeplatz215
41113David LeeTurn-falke15
41157Gosia KaminskaBetween reflection and form - Zaha Hadid15
41159Gosia KaminskaEven loneliness glows if warmed by light15
41198Isabelle ArniSpielzeit15
41217Jonathan MuellerSilent Fire15
41244Karin ReyMilchstrasse Flims15
41320Marco DecurtinsPath15
41343Matteo LindauerOriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai15
41403Olivia Rahel Grubenmann GrubenmannReef Manta Ray15
41423Peter RöthlisbergerAuge in Auge15
41515Uwe BoeslA nap on subway 715

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We, their teachers, are so proud of what they have accomplished, both during their time at the academy and after it. And it is our pleasure to share here some of the stories of the alumni who have built the lives they dreamed of.

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Portrait photographer – from family and business photography to Fine Art.

The SPC Academy truly changed my life. I had just quit my corporate job at a big firm and had no idea what would come next. During this transition, I decided to take classes at SPC. What I loved most was that every module was taught by a different teacher — each one so passionate about their craft. Their enthusiasm was contagious and made me want to become a photographer too. 

My growth during the program was enormous — not only on a technical and visual level, but also personally. Photography became a way to express myself, and it gave me more confidence. What’s even more special: almost a year after finishing the program, I’m still in touch with several teachers. That says a lot about the warmth and community at SPC.

During the Academy, I fell in love with Fine Art photography. One of the teachers, Dai Bui, explained how it’s a powerful medium to express and transfer emotions — and that truly resonated with me. It sparked a deep motivation to keep growing, refine my style, and become a better photographer.

My goal for 2025 is to bring my work to a higher level and take part in international competitions. Just three months into the year, I’ve already received 4 international awards (2x silver, 2x bronze) and had 3 works selected internationally — 2 of which will be exhibited.

None of this would have been possible without the inspiration, support, and encouragement I received at SPC — I’m truly grateful. Thank you!

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Lukas Wagner, LRPS

SPC Academy Participant 2020-2021

I’m a keen and passionate private photographer trying to improve my skills and experience step by step. I’ve learned that feedback from my teachers at SPC Academy and other professionals is crucial.
My main interest is architecture and landscape photography while I have an open mind for other genres.

My journey began some years after retiring at an SPC Photo Awards exhibition where Osan Altun (the owner) encouraged me to participate in the Academy. It was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my lifetime. Our fully committed and inspiring teachers gave their best to motivate us. I learned much more than expected about technical aspects, mainly how to recognise and utilize light and as well a lot about photography as a genre of art. History of photography and business aspects were not lacking either.

My most loved class was «Ways of Seeing» where our eyes were trained to see differently. My artistic vision is bound to a quote of Henri Cartier-Bresson who said, “For me, photography is to place head, heart and eye along the same line of sight. It’s a way of life”.

Encouraged and supported very much by my mentor Catherine Lewis– a teacher at SPC Academy – I got the Licentiate of the Royal Photographic Society LRPS (GB) in 2023. After that, more and more I felt the wish to showcase my art. Again, SPC with its Artists Corner in the regular exhibitions in Zurich and Geneva provided the necessary platform for me, followed by Galerie Sechs in Basel, an ambitious start-up owned by Huan Cao, former student of SPC Academy like me.

The high point was my first participation at photoSCHWEIZ in Zurich in February 2025, where I was accepted with two different series of architectural photographs. Besides that, I was among the first ten in an open call for landscape images in on online photo competition. The journey continues – always looking for the best balance in my life together with my wife Evelyne. She herself is a passionate gardener.

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JF Photography Sarl

Lifestyle and personal branding photographer

Photography has always been one of my favorite creative outlets. I love working with people and creating images that feel thoughtful, honest, and personal. I focus mostly on portrait and branding sessions, and I also take on creative projects that explore a range of subjects—from sport and nature to storytelling and our connection to meaningful places.

SPC gave me the structure and clarity I really needed to grow my business—especially when it came to marketing and building a portfolio that reflects my style. The classes gave me both technical confidence and creative direction, and I still refer back to what I learned in the portrait and studio lighting modules. There was a generous, supportive energy throughout the courses that made it easier to take creative risks and grow into my own voice as a photographer.

I love creating in both color and black and white to offer clients a mix of realism and timelessness—two qualities that, paired with a touch of minimalism, really define my aesthetic.

Since opening my own studio in Gland, Switzerland, I’ve been able to offer clients a calm, intentional space where they can feel fully seen. My sessions are relaxed and collaborative, whether we’re documenting family moments, personal milestones, or building a strong brand identity through visuals. I also offer one of the few studio setups in the area equipped to accommodate aerialists—photographing these incredible artists is a true passion of mine.

Photography, for me, is about connection—slowing down, paying attention, and reflecting back the beauty I see in others. I’m grateful that SPC gave me the tools and support to turn that into a business I love.

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Ivana Hajzmanova

Humanitarian, social and landscape photographer and storyteller

Signing up for the SPC Academy was one of the best decisions I have ever taken to make my dreams come true. I loved the idea of meeting different teachers for the classes and learning from their different perspectives and approaches. Each class was incredibly inspiring and helped me reflect on what I want to focus on in my art and how to express it all in my photographs.

I found especially useful the classes on Vision and Style which made me go deep into my own story to understand where my creativity and passion for photography comes from and how to work with it in the future to create my own distinct style. I also loved the practical classes where I could ask all the technical questions I had and learn to work with people I photograph.

At the core of my work is humanitarian and social photography where I tell powerful, untold stories of resilience, vulnerability, and quiet courage with my camera. My approach is rooted in authenticity and empathy, capturing soft, unfiltered and relatable in-between moments that reveal the humanity behind the headlines. My work emphasizes the softness of every day moments and the beauty of unfinished stories, creating a distinctive visual voice that resonates in a crowded market. I seek to capture subtle, often invisible details: the soft shadows that brush across a face, the gentle interplay of light and color, the pastel tones that evoke calm and reflection.

Photography and storytelling, for me, are not just tools of art—they are ways to give voice to the soft, raw, and vulnerable aspects of the human experience. Each story I tell is an invitation to step into a world where we move beyond the statistics and headlines to see the individuals. It’s about embracing the imperfection, the unfinished, and the unspoken moments that make us who we are.

I approach every project with deep empathy, vulnerability, and respect, recognizing that both photography and storytelling are privileges and responsibilities. Through my work, I aim to amplify the voices of the overlooked, illuminate the untold stories, and challenge the way the world sees those often excluded from the narrative.

I finished the SPC Academy only recently but I already managed to adjust my daily job contract to become a photographer when I travel on  humanitarian missions across the world, and my photos will be published in the upcoming global report. I am also starting two partnerships with other artists in the humanitarian and human rights field here in Geneva and another one with a Swiss female entrepreneurs network. I am so excited about everything ahead.

Follow my IG page or website to learn more about them in the coming weeks as they unfold.

Are you ready to take your photography to the next level, for real? See how far you can go when you commit 100 hours, 200 hours, or a whole year towards building the technical, artistic and business skills you need to bring your artistic dreams to life–whatever they are.

Explore the different SPC Academy programs or sign up for a free info session.

We’ll be ready when you are.

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