13 Stunning and Award-Winning Black and White Photographs
The 2025 Exposure One Awards honor the beauty of monochrome.
Black and white photography, which dates back to 1826, still delivers an unmatched impact, even after color images became popular.
“Long regarded as one of photography’s most enduring languages, black and white continues to reveal the essential truths of form, light, and shadow,”
the contest writes in a statement, adding that
“The work of this year’s honorees affirms its lasting relevance, offering images that are both timeless and uncompromising in their vision.”
Photographers from 64 countries submitted images to the competition this year.
Author summary: The 2025 Exposure One Awards celebrate monochrome photography.