Inspiration

Italian photographer Ottavio Marino shares the story behind this wonderfully intimate portrait of a mother and daughter, which was shortlisted in last year's Open competition

Check out this week's best images entered to the Open competition

Xueying Chang steps into the spotlight to answer our questions for This Week's Focus

Magdalena Stengel shares the story behind her portrait of Walter, acentenarianshe photographed

Check out our new Pick of the Pics to kick off your week.

Ahead of announcing the Sony World Photography Awards 2021 judging panel on Tuesday, 15th September, we look back at top tips from the 2020 judges