Robert Pierosh Recognized in Communication Arts Photography Annual

Creative Director and Fine art portrait photographer Robert Pierosh has been recognized with an Award of Excellence in the 66th Communication Arts Photography Annual for his portrait series, Kelly: Body of Strength. The project will be featured in the July/August 2025 issue of Communication Arts—a highly regarded journal in the world of visual communication, distributed to more than 25,000 readers worldwide.

Pierosh reflects on the deep collaboration behind the project:

“Kelly’s beauty isn’t just in her features—it’s in the courage she embodies. This project is a reflection of her journey and a tribute to the strength that lives within us all.”

Behind the Scenes of Robert Pierosh’s Photography Annual Feature

The series features Kelly, a cancer thriver with a shaved head, captured during breast cancer treatment in the intimate setting of her home. Pierosh expertly created an impromptu stage, styled, and lit the environment to convey both vulnerability and quiet strength. Each image reveals Kelly not just as a subject but as a symbol of resilience and courage.

The winning series features Kelly, photographed in her home during breast cancer treatment. Pierosh created an impromptu stage, lit it, and styled Kelly in the comfort of her home to capture an intimate, authentic portrayal of strength in the face of vulnerability. Each image in the series reflects a quiet power, with Kelly standing not just as a subject, but as a symbol of human resilience.

Behind the scenes with creative director, photographer, Robert Pierosh as he photographs Kelly, capturing her resilience and grace during breast cancer treatment.

Celebrating Excellence in Photography: Communication Arts Annual Highlights

The Communication Arts Photography Annual is known as one of the most exclusive photography competitions in the world. Out of 1,906 submissions from industry professionals, only 116 projects were selected by an international jury for this highly selective competition. For Robert Pierosh, this recognition represents a full-circle moment:

“As a photography student, I used to pore over the Communication Arts Annuals, cutting out my favorite images and taping them above my dorm room desk. To now be featured alongside photographers I’ve long admired feels surreal.”

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