This book provides a unique opportunity to see an inspiring range of portraits from contemporary photographers selected from thousands of submissions. The works included are not only about the subjects, people who appear intriguing, defiant or relaxed but also reveal the outstanding skill of the pho[...]
The BP Portrait Award, now in its thirty-fifth year, is one of Britain's most prestigious art prizes, and is the leading showcase for artists throughout the world specialising in portraiture. Last year more than 285,514 people visited the exhibition, which is based on the competition open to all art[...]