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Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition 2025

Enjoy an afternoon of exploration and view over 300 photographs by more than 60 photographers across the West and East wings of Somerset House.

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Dates17 APR–5 MAY 2025
TimesWeekdays: 11AM–7PM Weekends: 11AM–7PM Bank Holiday Mondays: 11AM–6PM
SpaceEast & West Wings The Edmond J Safra Fountain Court
PriceFull Price £17.50 Concessions £13.50 Student (with ID) £12.00 Child (13-16) £10.00 Child (12 and Under) Free
The year’s best images unveiled

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What You’ll See

  • An international curation of images, from South Africa to Peru, China to Iceland, United States to the United Kingdom
  • Today’s leading photographers shown alongside fresh, young talent
  • Fascinating stories visualised through powerful photography
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© Michael Dunn - 2025 Sony World Photography Awards

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© Melina Schildber

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© Chantal Pinzi

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© Ivan Ryaskov

Discover thought-provoking projects, unusual perspectives and the narratives beyond the headlines shown alongside striking standalone shots that will stop you in your tracks. Explore a diverse display, from Bolivian cholas who golf to cosplayers in their family homes. Meet Craig, the last big tusker and be intrigued by the pugnacious side of hummingbirds. Be energised by Indian skatergirls and lift the veil on what it means to be a modern cowboy.

Photo of Dee and Lisa on Mott Street, Little Italy, New York, taken in 1976 by Susan Meiselas
© Susan Meiselas, Dee and Lisa on Mott Street, Little Italy, New York 1976

Expand your understanding of documentary photography through works by Susan Meiselas, a Magnum photographer who has dedicated her life to insightful portrayals of people in their communities. Follow the lives of scientists battling invisible threats in the Arctic and the Mediterranean sea as documented by last year’s Photographer of the Year, Juliette Pavy.

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