These unforgettable images are incredible examples of colour in photography – you must take a look!

The International Amateur Photographer of the Year 2026 competition showcased a stunning array of colour in photography, with Trevor Lake taking top honors in the Celebrating Colour category. Lake's image, "A Framed Glance," captures the intimate moment of a woman looking back at the camera through a taxi window, set against a backdrop of soft blue tones.

The photograph's success lies in its use of colour and focus, creating a sense of intimacy and drawing the viewer into another world. Lake's ability to balance vivid hues with a restrained palette demonstrates the power of colour to transform an ordinary scene into something unforgettable. Other notable entries in the Round Four competition included Adrian Kaletta, who won first place in the Young APOY competition.

The Celebrating Colour round highlighted a diverse range of approaches to colour in photography, from bold and eye-catching combinations to more subtle and balanced palettes.

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