An Altrincham photographer has been recognised at the Black and White Spider Awards in Beverley Hills, the leading international award for black and white photography.
Martin Hambleton was one of just 11 UK photographers to be shortlisted as a nominee, with almost 8,000 entries received in total from 74 countries.
The event shines a spotlight on the best professional and amateur photographers worldwide and honours the finest black and white photography.
Hambleton said: “I am absolutely delighted to receive this fabulous accolade. The model was amazing and I just worked my magic!”
Basil O’Brien, the awards’ creative director, added: “The images that Martin submitted were exceptional in the portrait category representing black and white photography at its finest and we are pleased to present him with the title of Nominee.”