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You have won many awards over the years,
why do you compete in the competitions
and try to win the awards? How important
is it in your journey as a photographer, as
an artist?
Winning different awards and accolades
over the years has given a lot of credibility
and exposure to my work as a documentary
photographer.
I have received amazing
press coverage and have been invited to do
talks, to judge, etc. It has given me credibility
as a serious documentary photographer
and has given the issues I cover a lot of
exposure. As a documentary photographer,
you want your story to be told and heard by
as many people as possible. I think contests
are great exposure tools and can enhance
a person’s career as a photographer and as
an artist.

© Larry Louie http://www.larrylouie.com/