{
  "id": 84386,
  "title": "Pooch’s prayers answered as it becomes winning scene at 2026 International Pet Photography Awards",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/poochs-prayers-answered-as-it-becomes-winning-scene-at-2026",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-03T11:30:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Camera World",
    "slug": "digital-camera-world",
    "url": "https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/photography/awards-and-competitions/poochs-prayers-answered-as-it-becomes-winning-scene-at-2026-international-pet-photography-awards"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Photographer Callie Soden of the United States claimed victory at the 2026 International Pet Photography Awards, following a heartfelt prayer for success in her dog scene. The prayer was granted, as Soden was named the International Pet Photographer of the Year 2026 following the final ceremony on August 1st, 2026. Her winning series included a composite image of her dog praying at an altar, along with other dog and pet photography. The competition, which saw over 4,200 entries from 48 countries, included categories such as \"Creative,\" \"Studio,\" \"Commissioned Portfolio,\" \"Action,\" \"Equine Portrait,\" and \"Feline Portrait.\" Soden's artistic prowess was acknowledged with US$500 in addition to the standard US$250 for her category win. Other winners included Shandess Griffin of Canada, who placed first in the \"Commissioned Portfolio\" category with a golden retriever in British Columbia; Linda Glomb of Germany, who won the \"Action\" category for a jumping dog mirroring stone columns; and Belinda Richards of Australia, who took the \"Feline Portrait\" category for a mischievous cat. All winners received a trophy, certificate, and a year's membership to professional photography networks.",
  "summary": "Callie Soden is the 2026 International Pet Photographer of the Year, with a creative portfolio of canine captures, including a composite of her pooch praying at a church altar",
  "key_points": [
    "Photographer Callie Soden wins 2026 International Pet Photography Awards.",
    "Winning series includes dog praying at altar.",
    "Soden receives US$500 and US$250 category prize."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}