Editorial Photography students shortlisted for Nikon Student Photographer of the Year

“Another one of the photos I submitted was of a baby in a buggy seat in the middle of a huddle in the changing room. This is one of my favourite documentary shots I’ve ever taken; I love how the image really gives an insight into what it’s like in lower league women’s football. It shows what mothers do to keep on playing football. The run-down changing room shines a light on how much further women’s football has to go in terms of being treated equally to men’s. I also like the idea that the baby looks like the manager in the image, as it’s the centre of attention.”

Jack also submitted photos of Mousehole AFC players meeting Prince William on a visit in November, and two separate Premier League games he recently had the opportunity to photograph. “I wanted to really showcase my ability as a photographer with these photos,” Jack shared, speaking of the variety within his sports photography.

For fellow student and nominee Max, there wasn’t a theme surrounding the images selected. “Last year I was lucky to have been given access to multiple events across sports and music, and it was tough narrowing it down to just five images. I entered photos covering football, boxing, motorsport and even music, as I included my shot of Craig David, which is a photo that ended up being featured on his Instagram.”

“It’s a massive honour to be shortlisted and have my work both seen and judged by some of the biggest names in the industry; it honestly feels surreal,” Max shared when asked about being nominated. “To be shortlisted alongside a classmate of mine makes me feel even prouder.”

Following on from their nominations, Jack has secured eight weeks of work at Wimbledon across the summer. “I’ll be working as a Photo Library Assistant during both the build-up and the Championships themselves, an opportunity that arose after reaching out earlier this year. I’m halfway through the experience as we speak and I can safely say it’s an experience I’ll look back on.  

“It’s also been great to see some big names in the industry; watching them do what they love has been amazing. I can’t wait to work during the Championships!”

The winner of Nikon Student Photographer of the Year will be announced in London on 30 June.  

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Photo credit: Leading image and bottom two images by Max English. First two images by Jack Tyler.