Betta splendens

• Prize
• Photographer
  Laurence Kubski, Switzerland
• Studio
  Laurence Kubski Studio
• Socials
• Website
  http://laurence-kubski.com

The Siamese fighting fish, Betta splendens, are native to Thailand
where their breeding began more than 600 years ago. Their name
comes from their aggressive nature making it impossible for two
males to cohabit. This bellicose character is exploited in its
country of origin, where fights are organized for gambling
purposes.

• Biography
  Laurence Kubski is a Swiss photographer and graphic designer, working mainly in the editorial, cultural and advertising fields. She studied at at ECAL / University of Art and Design Lausanne: Master in Art direction (graduated 2015), Bachelor in Graphic Design (graduated 2010).
• Awards
  2018 Nominated for the Voies Off, the SAIF Revelation, and Lacritique.org Awards for the Voies Off Festival 23rd edition P?3 Prix de la Photographie (gold), Paris 2018 2017 1st prize, vfg Swiss Young Talent Award of Photography PDN Emerging Photographer award, Fall 2017 Shortlisted, Grand Prix Images Vevey 2017/2018 P?3 Prix de la Photographie (bronze), Paris 2018 Life Framer award, ?Civilization? competition Finalist, The Independent Photographer ?Emerging Talent Awards? 2016 Residency at HKDI/Hong Kong Design Institute 2014 ECAL / University of Art and Design Director award