1. Virabyan Sargis
Make a splash
The Canon Water Challenge is for creative minds who want to have fun and try something new.
Take on the brief set by Canon Ambassador Lorenz Holder for a chance to win a Canon R10 Kit worth over €1.000, on top you have the chance to win a trip to Istanbul and take part on an exclusive photography workshop mentored by Lorenz Holder himself.
And the winners of the Canon Water Challenge are…
1. Virabyan Sargis
2. Tamar Grigolishvili
3. Ismayil Akberli
2. Tamar Grigolishvili
3. Ismayil Akberli
THE BRIEF
Capture your image with water
Watch Canon Ambassador Lorenz Holder as they reveal this year's challenge: Make a splash. Take your image with the liquid element, water, and it's infinite creative possibilities.
MEET OUR JUDGE
Lorenz Holder
Multi Red Bull Illume award-winning photographer, Lorenz, based in Freising, Germany, specialises in images of action sports combined with landscape and architectural photography.
THE GALLERY
View some of the amazing entries
The Prize
Here is what you could win
Win the Canon Water Challenge and you will walk away with an EOS R10 and RF-S 18-45mm 4.5/6.3 IS STM bundle. Further you will win an exclusive trip to Istanbul and deep dive into the world of photography with a personal mentoring session of Lorenz Holder himself.
The Rules
The things you need to check before submitting
The image should reflect the challenge, this means capturing water in any form, with or without human subjects. It’s about sharing a story related to water. Your winning shot will need to be creative, impactful and meaningful. Further, the image must not be heavily edited or manipulated. Lastly, have fun in creating.
Explore the Kit
Mirrorless Cameras
EOS R10
Take your next steps in photography and video with a mirrorless EOS R System camera built around an APS-C sized sensor.
RF-S Lenses
RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
A standard APS-C zoom lens for the EOS R-series that’s perfect for everyday situations such as family, lifestyle, portraits and holidays.
Capture Water with
Mirrorless Cameras
EOS R10
Take your next steps in photography and video with a mirrorless EOS R System camera built around an APS-C sized sensor.
Mirrorless Cameras
EOS M50 Mark II
Create great-quality content for your audience and add your own creative flair – whether it’s photos, videos or live stream
Mirrorless Cameras
EOS M200
A blend of DSLR quality and smartphone convenience in a smart, go-anywhere body. Great photography has never been easier or more fun.
Compact Digital
PowerShot G7 X Mark III
A connected camera that captures superb video and photos that your followers will love.
Print Water with
Home Printers
PIXMA G540
Single function printer with six refillable dye-based ink tanks, for high quality photo printing with the ability to produce high volumes at extremely low cost.
Home Printers
SELPHY SQUARE QX10
Treasure your special memories as beautifully crafted prints that you can make anywhere, wirelessly.
Get inspired
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Top tips for shooting water
Whether it's flowing, falling, splashing or still, discover how to capture water with these 5 expert tips.
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The shape of water
Canon Ambassador Lucia Griggi overcame fear, frustration and loss to create her own waves and become an award-winning action and surf photographer.
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Listen to the Water
Young filmmaker Nicolai Deutsch talks about his passion for the ocean and underwater cinematography.