Sonya is an acclaimed food and travel photographer with award-winning work including recognition from Foodelia. With over four decades of experience, Sonya's photographic journey began with the timeless art of analogue photography.
Her photography has been featured online and in print in publications like House & Garden, Tatler, Elle, and The Financial Times, and she's a published contributor to ‘The Seasons of Truffle’ (the 170-year anniversary Urbani book) and the Italian cookery book Bologna. While she continues to collaborate with restaurants, Sonya's next creative venture is publishing her own magazine.
Instagram
www.metzlerstudios.com
About awards
Foodelia Awards is the home of the best food photographs from all over the world. It is a place where the most talented creators can share their work and compete with each other for a place in our monthly collections.
Become a memberRULES
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The Awards held every month. NO entry fee for members.
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To participate you can upload 3 photographs in the Awards section (Not in the Gallery) and wait for results of the current collection. More uploads available at extra fee.
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Photographs should not contain any logos(!) or frames and be less than 1400px on the longest side.
Winners of the Year
Monthly deadline (current 122nd Collection)
Accepting photos for the contest
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Monthly deadline (current 122nd Collection)
Accepting photos for the contest
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15 December
Selecting photographs
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Publication
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Summing up the results of the year
Contest statistics
82
Number of participating countries
10
Top countries by number of participants
28
Countries whose participants are more often in the top10
Leaders of the
current year
Judges
Sonya Metzler
The United Kingdom 🇬🇧
TOP5 photographer in 2021
TOP5 photographer in 2020
TOP10 photographer in 2019
Daniele D'agostino
Italy 🇮🇹
Number One Food Photographer in 2022
Daniele D’Agostino is an Italian professional photographer and videomaker with a deep specialization in the food & beverage sector, bringing over ten years of experience in creating images that highlight the aesthetic and sensory appeal of food.
Trained at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Lecce (Academy of Fine Arts in Lecce, Italy), Daniele combines advanced technical expertise in photographic techniques and lighting with an artistic sensibility aimed at showcasing the quality, freshness, and uniqueness of food through powerful and engaging visuals
As founder of Dag Pro Studio, he has collaborated with some of the most prestigious Italian and international food brands, such as Urbani Tartufi Italy and USA, Melegatti, Farina Vini, Coop, Slow Food Editore, Conad, and many others. He has also worked with Michelin-starred chefs like Masa, Michael White, Gianfranco Vissani, and Ciro Scamardella, helping to create images that serve as effective communication tools to enhance gastronomic excellence.
In addition, Daniele is an active member of Labeldesign, a design studio specializing in labeling and visual identity for food and beverage products, where he contributes his creative expertise to develop cohesive brand narratives.
His work combines technical rigor, mastery of lighting, and composition with the goal of evoking emotions and stimulating the senses—transforming every shot into a visual story that captures audience attention and effectively supports clients’ marketing strategies
Among his most notable projects is the photographic illustration of the book Le stagioni del tartufo (Slow Food Editore), a perfect blend of visual storytelling, territorial culture, and gastronomic quality.
His talent has been internationally recognized with awards such as:
· Foodelia International Award 2022 for Best Food Photographer in the World
· Finalist at the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year 2023 in London, one of the most prestigious awards in food photography
Daniele D’Agostino approaches commercial food photography not only as a profession but as an art form that requires precision, creativity, and a deep understanding of the product—creating images that influence and inspire both consumers and industry professionals.
Instagram
www.dagprostudio.it
Edward Trzeciakiewicz
Poland 🇵🇱
TOP5 photographer in 2024
TOP10 photographer in 2023
Edward Trzeciakiewicz is an award-winning food photographer and founder of Good Lookin’ Food, a creative studio dedicated to capturing the soul of cuisine. With a signature style that blends storytelling, precision, and appetite appeal, Edward collaborates with top chefs, restaurants, and culinary brands across the World.
His work has been featured in international publications and culinary competitions, including The Best Chef Awards, Foodelia, MasterChef, and So Good Magazine. Known for portraying dishes that taste with the eyes, Edward has photographed in Michelin-starred restaurants from Paris to New York, and served as a juror on the TV show Perfect Picture.
A passionate visual artist, Edward also leads workshops and masterclasses, sharing his expertise in lighting, composition, and mobile food photography. His portfolio includes portraits of renowned chefs, editorial spreads, and cookbook collaborations—most notably "Kuchnia Regionów," a celebration of Polish regional cuisine.
Privately, Edward is a husband, father of four, musician, and self-proclaimed food lover. His mission? To make every dish look as good as it tastes.
Instagram
Facebook
www.goodlookinfood.pl
FAQ:
Please, check whether your photos satisfy the general size requirements (minimum size is 1400px width x 800px height or 1080px width and 1350px height).
If you still can’t submit your photos, send us your photos at info@foodelia.cc and we will upload it.
If you are sure that submitted images, which were not awarded previously, deserve being reconsidered, you may upload these photos for the next collection once again.
You can participate every month. At the end of the competition year, we count all awards and make a rating of the best Food photographers worldwide. The best photographers receive individually designed trophies!
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