Awards and Publications - Irina Jomir Photography

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SACRED & PROFANE: THE MANY FACES OF FEMININITY

a solo exhibition curated by

Women United ART MOVEMENT

IRINA JOMIR - 1st place winner of Photography & Printmaking Category Women United ART PRIZE 2024

EXHIBITION SYNOPSIS

This exhibition delves into the duality of feminine identity—where the divine and the earthly, the innocent and the dangerous, coexist in a delicate yet powerful balance. Through a selection of works from Quid Pro Quo, Destiny, L’amour Fatal, and Angels mini series, Irina Jomir constructs a visual dialogue between purity and provocation.

With influences from classical painting and surrealist storytelling, her images question societal perceptions of femininity, reclaiming it as both sacred and disruptive. Whether portraying women as saints, seductresses, or self-possessed forces of fate, Sacred & Profane invites viewers into a realm where beauty, power, and myth collide.

VISIT SHOW

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New Publication Feature: Women United ART MAGAZINE – Special Edition 2025

Irina Jomir is featured in the newly released Special Edition 2025 of Women United ART MAGAZINE, an international publication celebrating outstanding women creatives, inspiring art leaders, and influential art organisations.

This special issue includes interviews with the finalists of the Women United Art Prize 2024 and is curated by Women United ART MOVEMENT, under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Mona Lerch.

Where to Get the Magazine:

• Print Edition (Amazon):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4W9VZYR

Also available in UK, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Australia

• Digital Copy:

Women United Art Movement – Digital Store

DECODE GALLERY

Group Exhibition at Decode Gallery, USA

03.05–31.05.2025

I’m pleased to share that my work Non Dicam has been selected for the group exhibition SELF PORTRAIT at Decode Gallery in Tucson, Arizona, USA. The exhibition runs from May 3rd to May 31st, 2025, and explores the depth and multiplicity of self-representation in contemporary photography.

Non Dicam is a part of my ongoing project The Pact of Silence, which delves into the inner worlds we protect, the unspoken truths we carry, and the sacredness of emotional integrity. I’m honored to exhibit alongside powerful voices in photographic self-portraiture at a gallery committed to showcasing meaningful, thought-provoking work.

For more details about the exhibition and the gallery, visit:

decodegallery.com/self-portrait

decodegallery.com

Women Artists On The Rise

BOOK - Edition 2

An exquisite coffee table book featuring 100 emerging women artists across the globe.

Buy a copy HERE

Landskonkurransen 2025

– The Norwegian National Photography Competition

I’m deeply honored to share that my work has received multiple recognitions at Landskonkurransen 2025 – The Norwegian National Photography Competition, hosted by Norges Fotografforbund.

My image “Destiny – Rebirth” received the highest score in the entire competition and was awarded Picture of the Year – Creative Portrait, with a trophy presented by Nikon.

I also placed second overall in the competition, right after the Photographer of the Year.

Alongside this, I was also awarded:

• Gold Medal – “Destiny – Rebirth”

• Silver Medal – “Destiny – The Shaping of Fate”

• Bronze Medal – “Destiny – The Essence”

• Honorable Mentions – “Non Dicas” & “Quid Pro Quo”

These works reflect stories close to my heart — transformations, inner bonds, silent resistance, and the divine feminine in all her strength and fragility.Thank you to the jury, Norges Fotografforbund, and everyone who supports and believes in my vision.

Julia Margaret Cameron Awards

1st Place, Professional, Single Image & Overall Winner

I am beyond honored to announce that I have been named the Overall Winner of the 25th Julia Margaret Cameron Awards! My winning image, which also earned the title of Category Winner in Abstract & Still Life, has been chosen as the cover image for FotoNostrum Magazine – a true privilege that leaves me speechless.Additionally, I have received 4 Honorable Mentions across various categories, recognizing the depth and diversity of my work.This prestigious achievement brings with it an exciting opportunity: an exhibition of my winning works at the FotoNostrum Gallery in Barcelona, December 2025. Having my art showcased in such an esteemed space is both a dream come true and a humbling milestone in my journey as a fine art photographer.The winning image, “Quid Pro Quo,” is a reflection of the intricate balance of sacrifice, strength, and humanity – themes I hold dear in my creative process. I’m deeply grateful to the judges, the organizers, and everyone who supports my vision and work.

Luxembourg Art Prize

Finalist of Luxembourg Art Prize 2024

I am honored to have been awarded the Certificate of Artistic Achievement as a finalist of the prestigious Luxembourg Art Prize 2024! This recognition celebrates my dedication to exploring the divine, the feminine, and the profound complexities of human emotion through fine art photography.
Being a finalist for such a renowned award is both humbling and inspiring, motivating me to continue pushing creative boundaries and bringing new artistic visions to life. My heartfelt gratitude to the jury and everyone who has supported my work along the way!

ArtistCloseUp Magazine

Publication

WOMEN UNITED ART PRIZE

Photography & Printmaking - 1st Place

I am humbled and honored to have been awarded 1st Place in the Photography & Printmaking Category at the Women United Art Prize 2024!

This recognition celebrates my exploration of feminine divinity, emotional depth, and the connection between mythology and contemporary art. Each piece in this series is a labor of love, aiming to reflect the resilience and complexity of women through fine art photography.

Winning such a prestigious prize is an extraordinary milestone in my artistic journey, and I’m deeply grateful to the Women United Art Movement for supporting and empowering women artists worldwide.

101 Art Books Portrait Edition

101 Art Book: Portrait Edition

Premium Collectible Edition:

- Selected Artist

Artwork:

"Non Dicas", 2024

100cm x 100cm

Buy a copy HERE

International Prize Velázquez & Goya

International Prize Velázquez & Goya - Award Recipient

I am incredibly honored to announce that I have been awarded the International Prize Velázquez & Goya, one of the most prestigious art recognitions in the heart of Barcelona. The award ceremony took place at the iconic Casa Milà on October 26, 2024.

This esteemed prize celebrates artists who have excelled in their creative fields, showcasing artistic research and stylistic excellence. It recognizes painters, sculptors, photographers, video artists, performers, and digital creators worldwide.Additionally, my artwork, “Destiny – Rebirth,” was featured on October 27, 2024, through video presentations at the MEAM Museum as part of the 5th Bienal de Arte Barcelona.Thank you to the curators Dr. Salvatore Russo and Dr. Francesco Saverio Russo, Effetto Arte.

MEAM Museum

The artwork "Destiny - Rebirth" was showcased through the video presentations on 27th October at the MEAM Museum, as part of the 5th edition of the Bienal de Arte Barcelona.

Publication

"Destiny – Rebirth" has been showcased in two prestigious art publications:

• The International Prize Velázquez & Goya by Effetto Arte Foundation, a curated celebration of artists who embody timeless mastery and innovation.
• Contemporary Celebrity Masters Vol. 5 (2024), an international platform highlighting contemporary creators pushing artistic boundaries.

ArtistCloseUp - Interview

Interview

I recently had the honor of being interviewed by ArtistCloseUp Magazine, where I dive deep into the role of art in society, my inspirations, and the powerful femininity that drives my work.

Curious to know more? Head over to www.artistcloseup.com/blog/interview-irina-jomir

BIFA - Winners´Interview

To read the full interview please head over

HERE

EXHIBITIONS

"I WONDER IF YOU CAN" - photography group exhibition

& Siena Awards Festival, Artistic High School “Duccio di Buoninsegna”

28 Sep. - 24 Nov. Siena, Italy, 2024

Chianciano Biennale 2024

Selected artist - Group exhibition, 03 - 18 August 2024.
Chianciano Art Museum, Tuscany, Italy.

In permanent collection of Chianciano Art Museum

Artwork: "Destiny - The shaping of fate"

Print on aluminium plate with matte acrylic glass finish. Shadow gap frame in Walnut

150 cm x 100 cm - edition 1 of 5

BIFA 2023 Winners Exhibition

HOUSE of LUCIE Athens

July 16th - 30th, 2024

Athens, Greece.

BIFA 2023 Winners Exhibition

HOUSE of LUCIE Budapest, May 16th - 30th, 2024

Budapest, Hungury.

HOUSE of LUCIE

BIFA Winners’ Exhibition at the House of Lucie.

Celebrating exceptional winners of the 2023 Budapest International Foto Awards. This exhibition features the work of 1st and 2nd place BIFA category winners from around the world, showcasing their contemporary photographs.

OPENING EVENT
May 16 | 19:00 to 21:00 PM

LOCATION
House of Lucie Budapest (Budapest, Falk Miksa utca 30.)

EXHIBITION OPENING HOURS
May 17 – 30 | Monday-Friday | 16:00 to 19:00.

AWARDS

BIFA - Budapest International Foto Awards

Title - Photographer Of The Year 2023

1st Place

Gold

"Poppyseed Dancer II"

year - 2023

link

MOTIVA - Photo Art Circuit

(Former Trierenberg Super Circuit)

Gold Medal

"Destiny ll"

year - 2023

winners list

Trierenberg Super Circuit

The world's largest photo art contest

(FIAP - The International Federation Of Photographic Art )

FIAP - Gold Medal

"Anna Russell"

year - 2022

winners list

WPE & WPI Awards 2022

International Photography Awards

Winners gallery

ONE EYELAND PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 2021

International Photography Competition

One Eyeland Photography Awards 2021

"L'amour Fatal"

Fine Art: Portrait - BRONZE

One Eyeland Photography Awards 2021

"L'amour Fatal - Addiction"

Editorial: Other - SILVER

WPE & WPI Awards 2021

International Photography Awards

WPI - Winners Gallery

Trierenberg Super Circuit 2021

The world's largest photo art contest

"Marian_04"

Portrait - Gold Medal

winners list

The Portrait Masters

Sue Bryce Awards & Accreditation 2021

https://suebryceeducation.com/award-galleries-jan-2021/