Honorable Mention / 2024 / Special / Street Photography

Perugia Golden Hour

I am a street rat photographer with a particular obsession for dark back backstreets and gritty alleys. Big cities burst with life, art and stories beyond the store fronts and famous landmarks if you only dare to walk and seek the unseen. The old walled city of Perugia in the peak of summer fires up at sunset. The cobblestones, architecture, and winding back streets create a game of golden lights and shadows irresistible to get lost into.

Hélène McGuire is an award-winning photographer who specializes in horses, street, Black & White fine art prints to as well as portraits that capture the unique essence of each individual.

With a passion for images, storytelling, and an eye for detail, Hélène creates timeless and elegant art inspired by her European roots. Born and raised in Paris, France in a family of art lovers, travelers and world-culture seekers, she finds beauty in authenticity, grit and observation. She has been living in the United States with her husband, three children and two dogs since 2005.

Awards New Photography Awards, 2023:
Fine Art Photography - Portrait (silver winner)

Muse Photography Awards, 2024:
Fine Art, Street (gold winner x2, silver winner)
Fine Art, Portrait (silver winner)
Fine Art, People Surreal (silver winer)
Fine Art, Golden Hour (gold winner)
Black & White, Pet (silver winner)
Black & White, Wildlife (gold and silver winner)
Architecture Exterior (silver winner)
Black & White, Architecture (gold winner)