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Pitbull Crowned Photographer of the Year
Katie Brockman wins 2026 International Dog Photographer of the Year with a pitbull portrait highlighting breed injustices.
In brief
Katie Brockman wins 2026 International Dog Photographer of the Year with a pitbull portrait highlighting breed injustices. Katie Brockman, 2026 International Dog Photographer of the Year, uses a pitbull portrait to show how pitbulls face societal prejudice despite being misunderstood. Originally reported by Digital…
Katie Brockman wins award
Katie Brockman became the International Dog Photographer of the Year 2026 after winning the Studio category.
Pitbull Caldwell portrait
Brockman photographed Caldwell, a pitbull she adopted from a rescue center after three years.
Crown of newspaper clippings
Caldwell wears a crown made from newspaper clippings that praise and criticize pitbulls.
Breed injustice claim
Brockman says pitbulls face societal injustices simply for existing due to breed bans and restrictions.
Long road to equality
Brockman believes it will take a long time for pitbulls to be treated equally to other breeds.
Other award winners
Slovenian photographer Nika Kuplenk Golobič won Action category for a snowy dog shot, and Swiss Sarah Ebner won Dogs & People category.
Prize for winner
Brockman received €700 (approximately $800 / £600), an engraved trophy, and a spotlight in the competition's annual book.
What it means
Katie Brockman, 2026 International Dog Photographer of the Year, uses a pitbull portrait to show how pitbulls face societal prejudice despite being misunderstood.
