The Prix de la Photographie, Paris (PX3) is a photography award that was created with the aim of promoting the appreciation of photography and discovering emerging talent from around the world. Established in 2007, the PX3 has since grown to become one of the most highly-regarded photography awards in Europe. The prize is open to professional and amateur photographers, and entries are accepted in various categories, including but not limited to, Fine Art, Portraiture, Landscape, and Photojournalism.
One of the key objectives of the PX3 is to introduce photographers from all over the world to the artistic community of Paris. The prize provides a platform for photographers to showcase their work, and to be recognized and celebrated by their peers and the broader photography community. The prize is judged by a panel of esteemed industry professionals who are chosen for their expertise in the field of photography.
The PX3 has grown in popularity over the years and now receives thousands of entries from all over the world. Winning or being selected as a finalist for the prize can be a significant career boost for photographers, and the prize serves as a benchmark for excellence in the field of photography. The PX3 has become a highly-anticipated event in the photography calendar, and continues to be a significant platform for photographers to showcase their work and be recognized for their talent.
PX3 / Prix De La Photographie Paris
Salt Point
Tafoni & Sunset, Salt Point State Park, California
The honeycomb-like patterns found in these rocks at Salt Point State Park are caused by salt and wind erosion from ocean. This phenomenon is known as tafoni. This was one of the few images I made during the strange, pandemic year of 2020. My wife relieved me of my parenting duties for a day to celebrate my birthday, so what else would a photographer like me do? Go and make photographs.
Year Photographed: 2020
Awards: 2021 PX3 Prix de la Photographie Paris, Professional, Nature, Sunsets Category - Bronze
Fog Waterfall
Fog Rolling Over Bolinas Ridge, Mount Tamalpais State Park, California
This scene is the true definition of ephemeral light. It was completely clouded in with fog when for just a few seconds the fog cleared up as it rolled over the ridge below me. Then just like my window of opportunity closed for the night.
Year Photographed: 2014
Awards: 2022 PX3 Prix de la Photographie Paris, Professional, Nature, Sunrise/Sunset Category - Honorable Mention