Celebrating the 2025 Flickr x Black Women Photographers Grant!
This week I had the pleasure of co-hosting a special livestream with Genesis Falls, representing the Black Women Photographers organization – to announce the winners of the 2025 Flickr x BWP Grant. This annual grant, now in its second year, celebrates the artistry and vision of Black women photographers, providing a $5,000 prize package to help further their creative journeys.
This year’s theme, “Spaces We Occupy,” inspired a stunning array of submissions, each telling powerful stories about identity, community, and the environments that shape us. Genesis and I discussed the meaning behind each finalist’s work, the importance of community in photography, and the unique perspectives these artists bring to the world.
Congratulations to our 2025 Grant Winner: Eleonore Menga!
Eleonore's evocative double-exposure image, a tribute to Carrie Mae Weems, captured the joyful chaos and love of family life, resonating deeply with both of us and the audience. Check out more of Eleonore
Check out the BWP Flickr gallery to see the incredible work of our runners-up:
- Gabrielle Joseph
- Odochi Akwani
- Ali Truman
- Toby Sobowale
- Kimberly Coleman
- Tariro Zinyemba
- Shakira Hunt
- Marissa McDowell
- Rita Harper
- Andréa Bailey
Each image was a testament to the power of photography to document, heal, and inspire. We also took time to reflect on the value of Flickr, which continues to foster genuine community and support for photographers at every level.
Watch the full replay to hear our thoughts on each image, the stories behind the photos, and tips for photographers looking to grow their craft.
Thank you to everyone who submitted, to the team at Flickr, and to Genesis for sharing her insights and passion. Here’s to another year of celebrating Black women photographers!
