The 11th edition of the All About Photo awards – The Mind's Eye has announced its 2026 winners, with first place awarded to Matt McClain for his image of an intern working in a historic millinery shop at Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. The competition features a diverse range of winning photographs, including conceptual self-portraiture by Brooke Shaden, a street scene at the Benin-Togo border by France Leclerc, a train sleeping in Tunisia by Javier Arcenillas, freedivers with sperm whales by Khaichuin Sim, and young monks playing football in the Himalayas by Andrew Newey. Winners receive $5,000 in cash prizes.
The All About Photo awards highlight the breadth of contemporary photography, from documentary and conceptual work to nature and street photography. By recognizing both established and emerging photographers, the competition underscores the power of visual storytelling to capture diverse human experiences, cultural traditions, and natural wonders. The selection also reflects current trends in photography that blend personal identity exploration with environmental and social themes.