Prizes
Vincent van Gogh Photo Awards
1st place
Award & € 1000,- & exhibition
Eizo CG2700S ColorEdge & Retouche4me Portrait plugin
2nd place
€ 500,- & exhibition
3rd place
€ 250,- & exhibition
Vincent van Gogh Student Awards
1st place
Award & € 500,- & exhibition
Eizo CS2731 ColorEdge & Retouche4me Portrait plugin
2nd place
€ 250,- & exhibition
3rd place
€ 100,- & exhibition
Meet the Jury
Martijn Pronk
Jury chairman – van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam
Martijn Pronk has been working as Head of Communications at the Vincent van Gogh Museum since February 2017. Before that he worked for 10 years at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. For Martijn, the large international group of fans, Vincent’s unique story and digital developments together form a wonderful basis for further expanding the success of the Van Gogh Museum. ‘We want to surprise and inspire people’
Peter Verver
Photographer & Lecturer photography SintLucas, Eindhoven
Peter Verver has been an image maker/photographer since 1982 and over the years he has carried out various national and international advertising campaigns for major brands.
Since 2011, he has also been a teacher at the photography and film course at SintLucas in Eindhoven, where he tries to inspire students with his years of experience. Peter Verver is a jury member representing SintLucas.
Jac Mostert
Photographer, Delft
Jac Mostert is a highly experienced photographer specializing in “street photography with a historical background in a contemporary setting, capturing the unreal reality.” He has participated in various exhibitions, delivered lectures on his photography, and provided critiques on the work of fellow photographers. Jac is also an experienced jury member and a former member of the National Group Bondsmeester Class.
In addition to his photographic expertise, Jac has recently become a member of the Artcommunity Vlietstreek in Voorschoten. He actively engages in the disciplines of photography and drawing, employing mixed techniques to explore his artistic vision.
Peter van Hout
Photographer Peter van Hout, Helmond
(also known as Peter Woods)
With many years of experience as a photographer, Peter van Hout, internationally known as Peter Woods, has established himself as a master in storytelling through the lens of his camera. Acclaimed as ’the photographer of the stars,’ Peter has photographed an impressive array of celebrities, including Dutch artists and international stars. His talent for capturing unique, personal stories makes every photoshoot unforgettable and deeply resonant.
Peter’s passion extends to expertly capturing the subtle nuances of black-and-white photography, particularly evident in his renowned series on tattoos. This series, titled “Beyond the Surface: The Art of Identity,” not only explores the artistic expression of body art but also tells the personal stories behind the ink, providing a profound insight into individual identity. His works are exhibited in various galleries, where they are appreciated for their emotional depth and visual impact.
Michael Graste
Michael Graste Photography, Helmond
A good story touches and convinces. The right images not only enhance that story but also complete the message.
Michael Graste Photography captures your story through his lens.
With over fifteen years of experience as a professional photographer, Michael Graste has worked with luminaries such as Kate Moss, Andre van Duin, and Dafne Schippers. In April, he released his book “Seen and Heard”. And one thing is for sure: Michael is far from done with his entrepreneurial adventures.
Michael has the skill to capture your story using his medium format camera, the Fujifilm GFX100II.
With his expertise in blending studio light with natural daylight, he creates stunning images. The ability to work with both studio light and daylight is a testament to professionalism, as it enables the photographer to achieve optimum lighting in various conditions. Michael specializes in Fashion, People, and Branding categories. His unique approach is immediately recognizable in every image he captures.
Evely Duis
Founder / Owner – Evely Duis Photography, Reusel
Evely Duis graduated excellently in 2014 from SintLucas in Boxtel with a specialization in photography. In September 2014 she started her second photography course. The professional Bachelor course at the Luca School of Arts, Campus Narafi. Here she graduated cum laude in June 2017. With these two studies she got to know many different professional branches in photography.
Ad Vereijken
Photographer and co-owner – Foto ID, Helmond
Ad Vereijken, photographer and a member of Master of Photograpghy Netherlands and his wife Annelies Roskam are the driving forces behind Foto ID. Both have over 20 years of experience in photography and have been joining forces since 2016.
“It remains special to capture the power of emotion or the power of a company in a creative image”
Ad has been training photography students for years.
Joost Keet
Joost Keet Photography
Joost Keet is a Dutch photographer and the owner of TDG Digital. He specializes in reportage photography and is best known for his behind-the-scenes work in the Dutch rock and country music scenes.
John Geven
Photographer John Geven, Nuenen
John Geven is a special photographer. He never held a camera. He shoots Dutch celebrities, sports clubs and private individuals. In 2007 was his first exhibition ‘From Hero to Zero’ in the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam, followed by the exhibition at Eindhoven University of Technology. He fights for more inclusion.