Photography (Outdoor/Studio)

Photographing in an outdoor environment or in a building. Use tehcnical skills and creativity on given theme using digital camera and image processing with professional softwares. / In a studio environment, contestants must use technical skills and creativity on given theme using digital camera and image processing with professional softwares.

Description of the skill

Photography (Outdoor/Studio) challenges competitors to capture compelling images in both natural and controlled environments, based on a given theme.

Using digital cameras and professional image editing software, competitors must demonstrate technical proficiency, artistic vision and adaptability. In outdoor settings, they must work with ambient or available light and surroundings to compose impactful photographs. In studio environment, competitors are expected to manage lighting, backgrounds, and subject placement to achieve high-quality results.

Creativity, attention to detail and decisive moments together with mastery of post-processing techniques are essential to produce visually striking images.

Competition Rules

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

Charter of Judges

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the Assessment Framework.

Technical Description

The Technical Description explains the competition structure, required skills, materials and equipment, and assessment areas. It helps competitors prepare for Abilympics Helsinki 2027.

The Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre-task Assignment may be used for practice. It does not describe the 2027 competition task or assessment requirements.

Task Assignment

Task Assignment is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

  • Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Skill Manager

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Maria Ylikoski.

Maria Ylikoski

Luovi Vocational College

Judges

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

  • Application period for judges in May 2026
  • Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
  • Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027

Partners of the skill

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You can challenge yourself in your profession, and meet people from around the world.

Milla Tiira, Abilympics Metz 2023, Silver Medalist in Outdoor Photography