"I always try to look for the unexplored angle to find new ways to photograph familiar places, and to reflect what I see when looking at the world."

"You will quickly see that I have a passion for mountains and cold places as well as unstable weather - in my opinion these is basis for a good photo."

With the launch of the 2018 #SWPA, the best entries of the week is back. This year, you have a chance to win monthly prizes.

"People often say my photographs are gritty, poetic and mysterious. So, I want to use such words. Yet I want to also add that I nearly always try to highlight human emotions in my work..."

Dustin Shum focuses on the relationship between individuals and urban spaces, the living conditions of local disadvantaged groups, and the transformation of Chinese cities.

"I believe photography is the best tool for storytelling, whether its a personal emotional story, or a project with a documentary value, I currently lean towards the latter."

"Instead of just pointing my camera, I like to be involved. I like being part of the experience. I think as an artist, it's important to collaborate; to really get involved with the subject."

The free to enter 2018 Sony World Photography Awards is now open for entries. The 11th edition of the Awards will provide more opportunities than ever before to win prizes and get your work scene on a global stage.

With the launch of the 2018 Sony World Photography Awards, we're excited to announce a new monthly competition, giving those who enter the Open competition more chances to win.

"Trying to approach each subject differently or with a different mindset helps keep me inspired, and hopefully create something unique."