My parents deeply admired and supported the work of Annie Leibovitz, shares Saltzman.

This prize allows me to honor their legacy and continue their collaboration in a meaningful way.

It is so meaningful for me to collaborate with Annie a true legend.

Saltzman-Leibovitz Photography Prize

Photo (clockwise from top left): Elena Kalinichenko, Ka’Vozia Glynn, Praise Hassan, Toma Hurduc, Trâm Nguyễn Quang, Zélie Hallosserie

In April, the winner, who will take home a $10,000 cash prize, will be announced.

Scroll down to learn more about the 2025 Saltzman-Leibovitz Photography Prize shortlisted artists and view their work.

Photographers Annie Leibovitz and Lisa Saltzman have launched a new photography prize to promote emerging talent.

Saltzman-Leibovitz 2025 shortlisted photographers

Group photo of shortlisted artists (Photo: © Monika Lundholm)

She delves into themes of spirituality, mental health, and the interaction between personal identity and collective narratives.

His degree in cinematography greatly informs his work, particularly his interest in how light affects images.

Through this medium, she often expresses feelings of nostalgia.

Elena Kalinichenko Photography

Photo: Elena Kalinichenko

Photo: Zelie Hallosserie

Elena Kalinichenko Photography

Photo: Elena Kalinichenko

Elena Kalinichenko Photography

Photo: Elena Kalinichenko

Ka’Vozia Glynn Photography

Photo: Ka’Vozia Glynn

Ka’Vozia Glynn Photography

Photo: Ka’Vozia Glynn

Ka’Vozia Glynn Photography

Photo: Ka’Vozia Glynn

Praise Hassan Photography

Photo: Praise Hassan

Praise Hassan Photography

Photo: Praise Hassan

Praise Hassan Photography

Photo: Praise Hassan

Toma Hurduc Photography

Photo: Toma Hurduc

Toma Hurduc Photography

Photo: Toma Hurduc

Toma Hurduc Photography

Photo: Toma Hurduc

Trâm Nguyễn Quang Photography

Photo: Trâm Nguyễn Quang

Trâm Nguyễn Quang Photography

Photo: Trâm Nguyễn Quang

Trâm Nguyễn Quang Photography

Photo: Trâm Nguyễn Quang

Zélie Hallosserie Photography

Photo: Zélie Hallosserie

Zélie Hallosserie Photography

Photo: Zélie Hallosserie

Zélie Hallosserie Photography

Photo: Zélie Hallosserie