Sony World Photography Awards Come To London

For the first time in its history, the Sony World Photography Awards is being held in London on April 27, 2011. Previously held each April in Cannes, the move to London heralds an exciting new chapter for the world’s largest awards program.

The awards will take place during the annual World Photography Festival and Exhibition which is being held at Somerset House from April 26, with the festival running to May 1 and the exhibitions through to May 22.

“Somerset House is delighted to be hosting the first ever London-based World Photography Festival, and we are looking forward to working with World Photography Organisation to establish the Festival and Exhibition in the UK. Somerset House is committed to celebrating and showcasing photography in all its different guises, from established photographers to emerging talent and previous photographic exhibitions include Norman Parkinson and Nick Knight. We’re thrilled to be taking part in this prestigious, international event,” said Gwyn Miles, Director of Somerset House.

For more information visit the World Photography website