Asian Geographic Issue 06/2016 (122) | Page 5

Celebrating 17 years of Asia without borders www.asiangeo.com Photography Competition PEOPLE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 This category takes in portraits of people in Asia, reflecting one of the region’s greatest offerings: the diversity of its cultures. STREET PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 This year, we are particularly interested in receiving works of street photography – images that capture fleeting moments of people going about their daily lives. ENVIRONMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 This category highlights some of the most relevant environmental issues in the region, from climate change to forest conservation. ARCHITECTURE/LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 From the most iconic manmade structural designs to nature’s vistas, this category welcomes the best of Asia’s landscapes and cityscapes. WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 This category celebrates the unique wildlife of Asia, on land and underwater. From miniscule insect species to rare large mammals, we want to see the best of the region’s fauna. YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2016–2017 Photos: Past finalists and winners Monthly Photo Competition facebook.com/asiangeo No matter where you’re from in the world, you are eligible to enter in this category if: • You are below 21 on date of submission (proof of age is mandatory with submissions) • Photos are of Asia (see UN Geoscheme of Asia region)