World Photography Collection member Monica Rico receives PX3 Award

14th Jul 2010

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© Monica Rico / In Search of Peace

Our congratulations go out to Monica Rico, a member of the World Photography Collection, who has been awarded first prize for Photojournalism in the PX3 Prix de la Photographie, Paris. Monica's winning photographs depict the plight of Columbian Refugees in Ecuador.

"The population of Colombia is still feeling the impact of the internal armed conflict that began in the 1960s. Increasing numbers are fleeing their homes and continue to face serious vulnerability. Displaced people have taken refuge in makeshift shelters and communities with limited resources (no water, no electricity, hygiene articles, etc) in Ecuador. Most of the refugees have lost family to the conflict. Their living conditions are very poor, but at least they live in peace."

© Monica Rico / Playing with Water

The PX3 2010 jury selected Monica's series of 5 images entitled "Colombian Refugees in Ecuador" from thousands of photography entries from over 85 countries. The PX3 Prix de la Photographie, Paris strives to promote the appreciation of photography, to discover emerging talent, and introduce photographers from around the world to the artistic community of Paris. Winning photographs from this competition are exhibited in a high-profile gallery in Paris and published in the high-quality, full-color PX3 Annual Book.

To see more of Monica's work go to her website www.monicarico.com (opens in new window)

© Monica Rico / Little Boy of Pampanal and © Monica Rico / Taking a Rest

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• Kevin Thornhill 20th July 2010 20:08

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  Thoughtful photography at its best

• Monica Rico 20th July 2010 22:00

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  Thanks Kevin!