Portrait of Britain returns with a shortlist of 200 photographs that celebrate the country’s unique heritage and diversity.
1854 Awards
Entries reflect defiance in times of division as artists capture the issues that draw us together
“It’s a way for me and my mum to heal our relationship, for us to get closer and for me to get to know her in a different way,” says Aria Shahrokhshahi, of his OpenWalls Arles winning portrait: Mum went and Fell
From images that shine a light on the political and social pressures of our time to those that illustrate intimate personal stories, we present 200 shortlisted portraits
From a couple of hound racers to a north London cowboy and a Scottish football fan, the 100 winning images from Portrait of Britain Vol.5 provide a compelling snapshot of a frenzied year
“It’s a way for me and my mum to heal our relationship, for us to get closer and for me to get to know her in a different way,” says Aria Shahrokhshahi, of his OpenWalls Arles winning portrait: Mum went and Fell
The winners of this year’s award explore culture, identity, motherhood and more, visualising powerful stories in striking new ways
Portrait of Britain winner Charlie Clift on the privilege of photographing someone moments after a life-defining event. His subject? Michaela Coel
Above: Image © Hannah Norton, Portrait of Britain 2021 Winner. For photographer Hannah Norton, the…
11 August 2022
Portrait of Humanity Series winner Jonathan Liechti’s project is an unflinching look at the institutions that facilitate the dying process