The photo “Painful Embrace” by Iranian photographer Maryam Saeedpour has been selected as the winner of the professional category “Fine Arts” at the 2026 International Photography Awards. With this selection, Saeedpour has earned the title “Fine Arts Photographer of the Year” in the professional category of this competition and has advanced to the final stage of “International Photographer of the Year” selection. The winner of the main prize will be announced on 19 Mehr 1405 in Athens. More: