Over 1,200 entries encompassing some of the past year’s highs and lows and showcasing the best of Irish journalism were submitted to the AIB Press Photographer of the Year Awards this year. Awards across 10 categories recognised ‘vital work’ spanning the Dublin riots, devastating floods in East Cork, and welly throwing at the National Ploughing Championships.
Irish Times photographer, Alan Betson was named Press Photographer of the Year for his ‘huge versatility’ and strong sense of design. Mr. Betson won 1st and 2nd place in the 'News' category for his work on the Dublin riots last November, as well as a photo of a father clutching his child following the knife attack at Parnell Square that same day. He also won 1st place in 'Politics' and 'Arts and Entertainment'.
Irish Examiner photographer, Dan Linehan took home two awards at the event. Editor Tom Fitzpatrick commented on his ‘magic gift’ of being able to turn the ordinary into something extraordinary when he takes aim with his camera.
Mr. Linehan's coverage of "Road Bowling" a series of pictures of the Munster Road Bowling Championship which according to the judges brings the "key moments of this unique traditional sport" earned him 2nd place on the Reportage award.
AIB Sustainability Award - Winner
On the night, Dan received the prestigious AIB Sustainability Award for his winning entry "HAIR-RAISING DEVASTATION" which depicts Middleton's local hair salon HS2 at the aftermath of Storm Babet. The judges said the entry brought home the 'The devastating effects of flooding' .
Irish Examiner Photographer Dan Linehan & Irish Times Photographer Alan Betson were interviewed by the RTÉ Today Show about the PPAI Awards 2024. Video: RTÉ Today Show
At the AIB Press Photographer of the Year Award 2024 at the RDS Dublin were from left, General Manager Irish Times Regionals Dan Linehan, Irish Examiner visual media manager, Jim Coughlan, AIB Sustainability award winner and reportage winner Dan Linehan, Chief Photographer, Irish Examiner with Larry Cummins and Denis Minihane, Irish Examiner. Picture: Jerry Kennely
News
BURNING CITY: A burning bus on Dublin’s O’Connell Bridge during riots in Dublin City Centre in the aftermath of a knife attack on school children on Parnell Square.
Alan Betson, The Irish Times
1st
Alan Betson
THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Alan Betson
THE IRISH TIMES
3rd
Clodagh Kilcoyne
REUTERS
Daily Life & People
COMMUNITY SUPPORT: Sarah Cullen, is at ease and supported by local shopkeeper, Noel Fleming, along with Mary Byrne and dog Victor, after experiencing an attempted robbery at her home the previous week.
Dara Mac Dónaill, The Irish Times
1st
Dara Mac Dónaill
THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Philip Doyle
Irish Farmers Journal
3rd
Niall Carson
PA MEDIA
Sports Action
AMPHIBIOUS: Ireland’s Maria Godden in action during the Women’s 50m backstroke heats at the European Under-23 Swimming Championships, National Aquatic Centre, Dublin.Bryan Keane, Inpho Photography
1st
Bryan Keane
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
2nd
James Crombie
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
3rd
Ben Brady
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
Sports Feature
GOLDEN DROPS: South Africa’s Captain Siya Kolisi celebrates with the William Webb Ellis trophy after winning the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Dan Sheridan, Inpho Photography
1st
Dan Sheridan
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
2nd
Brendan Moran
SPORTSFILE
3rd
Tom Maher
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
Portrait
TAKING A BREAK: 97-year-old sculptor Imogen Stuart falls asleep while getting her portrait taken at her studio in Dublin.
Mark Condren, Mediahuis/Irish Independent/Sunday Independent
1st
Mark Condren
MEDIAHUIS/ IRISH INDEPENDENT/ SUNDAY INDEPENDENT
2nd
Bryan O'Brien
THE IRISH TIMES
3rd
John Kelly
THE CHALE CHAMPION
Nature & The Environment
PREENING CORMORANT:A Cormorant whilst preening at Dublin’s Grand Canal Basin. Nick Bradshaw, Freelance/The Irish Times
1st
Nick Bradshaw
FREELANCE/THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Michael Mac Sweeney
PROVISION
3rd
James Crombie
INPHO PHOTOGRAPHY
Politics
IMPROVING FOREIGN AFFAIRS: Minister for Justice, Simon Harris, Minister for Environment, Climate,Communications and Transport, Eamon Ryan, Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Rt Hon Chris Heaton-Harris, Minister of State for Northern Ireland, Steve Baker MP and Minister of State for Media, Data, and Digital Infrastructure, Julia Lopez MP speaking to media after a meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference in Farmleigh House. Alan Betson, The Irish Times
1st
Alan Betson
THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Mark Condren
MEDIAHUIS/ IRISH INDEPENDENT/ SUNDAY INDEPENDENT
3rd
Frank McGrath
MEDIAHUIS/ IRISH INDEPENDENT/ SUNDAY INDEPENDENT
Arts & The Entertainment
TEARS OF JOY – NIALL HORAN FANS: Niall Horan fans go wild as he performs at Electric Picnic, Stradbally, Co. Laois. Alan Betson, The Irish Times
1st
Alan Betson
THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Nick Bradshaw
FREELANCE/ THE IRISH TIMES
3rd
Andres Poveda
ANDRES POVEDA PHOTOGRAPHY
Reportage
DUBLIN'S BURNING: Unexpected rioting in Dublin City Centre following a stabbing incident outside a school on Parnell Square. Gerry Mooney, Irish Independent/Sunday Independent
1st
Sam Boal
ROLLINGNEWS.IE
2nd
Dan Linehan
IRISH EXAMINER
3rd
Philip Doyle
IRISH FARMERS JOURNAL
Multimedia
MOOVIN: Galway farmer Michael Silke who completed the dangerous migration of 30 of his dry stock herd across a 100 metre wide stretch of the River Shannon, giving his cows and their calves a well-deserved holiday. Bryan O’Brien, The Irish Times
1st
Mark Condren
MEDIAHUIS/ IRISH INDEPENDENT/ SUNDAY INDEPENDENT
2nd
Bryan O'Brien
THE IRISH TIMES
2nd
Valerie O'Sullivan
FREELANCE
Irish Examiner Longread
If you enjoyed this immersive read, you may also like these
