Patrick Ems
Switzerland

1st Place - Outstanding Achievement

"Devotion"

Sledgedog race in Ilulissat, Western Greenland

Biography: Born in Zurich, 1980, I stepped into the world of photography in 2000, which changed my perception of how I experience my environment. A strong feeling inflamed me to capture all kinds of moments and situations. Chased by emotions and haste, like a little child exploring a new world, I had no plan or vision about where this journey would take me. For almost ten years now, this chase has lead me to various styles and influences enhancing my skills as a photographer. In 2012, I decided to combine these styles and impressions into a single direction, black and white fine art photography.