Instagram may have been launched in 2010, but smartphone photography was embraced a few years before that as the seventh annual 2014 iPhone Photography Awards can attest to. Of course, the competition is probably a lot more steep nowadays as such social media networks have encouraged amateur photographs to snap pictures more regularly.
The winners of the 2014 iPhone Photography Awards has just been announced including Jordan Fraser from Ireland, Teddy Cohen from Israel and Littel Su from Taiwan. With 54 participants from around the world, it is a fast-growing competition that will only get bigger as people take their smartphone photography more seriously.
Ranging in subject matter, the 2014 iPhone Photography Awards including shots of food, architecture, nature and, of course, the human relationship with all of the above.
Smarphone Photography Competitions
The 2014 iPhone Photography Awards Ranges in Subject Matter
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone Photography - The rise of smartphone photography competitions demonstrates the growing interest and talent in capturing high-quality images with mobile devices.
2. Social Media Influence - The popularity of social media platforms like Instagram has sparked a trend of amateur photographers sharing their work and participating in online competitions.
3. Global Participation - The 2014 iPhone Photography Awards attracted participants from around the world, highlighting the global reach and accessibility of smartphone photography.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can embrace smartphone photography and provide platforms for amateur photographers to showcase their talent.
2. Social Media - Social media platforms can leverage the trend of smartphone photography competitions by offering features specifically designed for showcasing and promoting mobile photography.
3. Mobile Technology - As smartphone cameras continue to improve, the mobile technology industry can explore innovative advancements to enhance the quality and capabilities of smartphone photography.