Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Marthanna Yater Wins Big At Black and White Spider Awards - London

Marthanna Yater’s breathtaking image, First A Woman, has received 2nd Place and a Merit of Excellence from the prestigious international Black and White Spider Awards.  This distinction is considered an endorsement from the most trusted authorities in art and photography today.  Marthanna’s image, First A Woman, received the honor in the Nude category.  Marthanna also received a nomination in the Fine Art Category for her work, I left my trike at Uncle Lem’s…that was 40 years ago.  

The Black and White Spider awards are judged by an elite group of industry experts including London’s Tate Gallery, Sotheby’s, Magnum Photos, Bonhams of London, The Armory Show, and a variety of other esteemed judges. Recognition by the Spider Awards is considered the industry’s most exalted honor.

Celebrating its 7th year, the Black and White Spider Awards is the leading international award honoring black and white photography. This celebrated event shines a spotlight on the best professional and amateur photographers in a prestigious annual competition and globally webcast event, reaching photo fans in over 154 countries. 


First A Woman
I left my trike at Uncle Lem's...that was 40 years ago