16 Striking Photos From AAP Magazine’s 43rd Contest That Celebrate Vibrant Color

We're excited to reveal the winners of AAP Magazine’s 43rd photo contest, where the theme of Colors bursts to life in vibrant and unexpected ways. This year’s edition is a feast for the eyes, spotlighting how photographers from around the world harness color to tell powerful stories and evoke emotions that transcend language.

Color isn’t just about brightness or contrast; it’s a way of seeing and feeling. Each of the 25 winners—selected from 15 countries across 4 continents—brings a unique vision to the theme, capturing shades that express the full spectrum of human experience. From bold, striking palettes to soft, dreamy pastels, these images invite viewers into rich worlds of mood, memory, and movement.

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#1 Orange Juicy From The Series “Feathered Fables' © Kaat Stieber

These artists go beyond simply adding a splash of color to a scene; they treat color as a storyteller in itself, one that can amplify the drama of a moment, evoke a sensory response, and bring deeper layers to the narrative. In AAP Magazine 43, you’ll find everything from neon-lit cityscapes and vivid natural landscapes to intimate portraits that use color to convey the subject’s inner world.

So, join us in celebrating these stunning works! This gallery isn’t just a visual experience; it’s a journey through the magic and mystery of color as seen through the lens of some of today’s most talented photographers. Dive into AAP Magazine 43 and let the world of color come alive in ways you've never seen before.

#2 Lone Light In The Blue Abyss From The Series Finding Blue © Gabriel Wong

#3 Passing From The Series Colors Of Harar © Marika Poquet

#4 Krishna With Graffiti © Abhishek Basak

#5 Dive Into A Dream From The Series The Color Of Compassion © William Ropp

#6 Blue From The Series 'One Color But Endless Feelings' © Kaveh Maghsoudi

#7 Dance Troupe © Vivian Wan

#8 Garages © Jaroslav Mares

#9 Lilypads In Autumn From The Series Exotics In Color © Barry Guthertz

#10 Gypsy Woman From The Series Romani People © Pietro Si Giambattista

#11 Chicken Farmer From The Series My Summer With Optimus Prime © Shawna Gibbs

#12 The Edge Of The Deep Green Sea From The Series Dreams © Chris Panas

#13 Shades Of Blue: Erling Haaland Training © Tom Flathers

#14 Naples, Florida 2021 From The Series Americolor © Dennis Church

#15 Curas Blancos From The Series A Great Divide © Edwin Carungay

#16 A Divine Presence From The Series An Alpaca Farming Community © Thibault Gerbaldi