Meet the Founders of Y-POTY
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Menrad Holm
Co-Founder
Menrad Holm
Menrad Holm is a dedicated award-winning landscape and nature photographer and the co-founder of the Youth Photographer of the Year competition. Motivated by the lack of fair opportunities for young photographers in traditional contests, he created this competition to inspire and support emerging talent in Southern Africa. With experience working with Go Magazine and winning the 2022 De Hoop x Getaway competition, Menrad aims to level the playing field and encourage young photographers to pursue their passion by focusing on creativity and storytelling.
Konrad Andrag
Co-Founder
Konrad Andrag
Konrad Andrag is a passionate wildlife photographer and the co-founder of the Youth Photographer of the Year competition. Motivated by the limited opportunities available to young photographers in the competitive photography landscape, Konrad launched this competition to support and uplift emerging talents across Southern Africa. While his work has earned him recognition, including being shortlisted in the South African Photographer of the Year (SAPOTY) competition and being featured by National Geographic, Konrad’s true passion lies in inspiring other young photographers to explore their creativity and connect with the natural world through their lens.