World Photography Organisation is a leading global platform dedicated to the development and advancement of photographic culture. Its programming and competition initiatives provide valuable opportunities for artists working in photography and help broaden the conversation around their work. The Sony World Photography Awards is World Photography Organisation’s principal programme. Established in 2007, it is one of the world’s biggest and most prestigious photography competitions; celebrating the work of leading and emerging practitioners and attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually to its exhibitions worldwide. World Photography Organisation is the photography strand of Creo, responsible for delivering initiatives and programming across three sectors: photography, film and contemporary art.
Creo
Creo initiates and organizes events and programming across three key strands: photography, film and contemporary art. Established in 2007 as World Photography Organisation, Creo has since grown in scope, furthering its mission of developing meaningful opportunities for creatives and expanding the reach of its cultural activities. Today, its flagship projects include the Sony World Photography Awards, Sony Future Filmmaker Awards, PHOTOFAIRS and Photo London. Working in partnership with Angus Montgomery Arts, Creo helps deliver the group’s ventures, comprising some of the world’s leading art fairs. Taking its name from the Latin for ‘I create’, it is in this spirit that Creo sets out to empower and give agency to creative voices.
Travelling exhibition
The Sony World Photography Awards travels extensively each year, giving photographers even more international exposure. Exhibitions in the past have visited (among other places) Milan, Paris, Berlin, Seoul, Buenos Aires and Tokyo.
Joel Meyerowitz: Exhibition and Talk
A pioneer of colour and a street photography icon, Joel Meyerowitz’s imagery will transport you to the streets of Europe and beyond through a mixed-media display including photographs, videos and soundscapes.
An exclusive artist talk will take place on 21 April at Logan Hall. This is a rare chance to hear Meyerowitz discuss his work and career, moderated by acclaimed journalist and broadcaster John Wilson.
Meyerowitz is the 19th recipient of the Sony World Photography Awards Outstanding Contribution to Photography, an award that honours a person or group that has made a significant impact on the photographic medium.
Sony World Photography Awards 2026
Awards & Exhibitions Announced / World Photography Organisation
Exhibition April 17 – May 4, 2026 / Somerset House, London
