MediaStorm presents a film series produced in collaboration with the International Center of Photography. Since 1985 ICP’s Infinity Awards have brought attention to outstanding achievements in photography by honoring individuals with distinguished careers in the field and identifying future luminaries. The 2014 Infinity Awards films serve as a portrait of some of the important contributors to photography today.
Photojournalism: Stephanie Sinclair & Jessica Dimmock
Too Young to Wed, a transmedia campaign using images by Stephanie Sinclair and videos by Jessica Dimmock, work to support girls who are already married and ultimately bring an end to child marriage.
Publication: Adam Broomberg & Oliver Chanarin
Adam Broomberg and Oliver Chanarin are a collaborative team that has spent the last 15 years pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a traditional photographer.
Art: James Welling
James Welling’s vibrant digital inkjet prints and detailed colored photograms offer an experimental sensibility to photography. His photography serves as a window into the imagination and brings color to life.
Lifetime Achievement: Jürgen Schadeberg
Jürgen Schadeberg, whose career spans more than 65 years, has been called the father of South African photography. He photographed defining moments in South African history, including the early days of Nelson Mandela’s political presence.
MediaStorm Wins Webby Award For 2013 ICP Infinity Awards Series
MediaStorm has won a 2014 Webby Award in the Documentary: Series category for their work on the 2013 ICP Infinity Awards. Other nominees in the category were wayfarer entertainment, Reel Nice, Time, and ESPN.com.
