World Photographic Cup / Top 10
Like the Olympics, with nations from around the globe participating, the World Photographic Cup is far from a typical photo competition; it’s a prestigious event that celebrates the art of photography on a global stage. In this unique format, photographers from 28 nations around the world compete not only as individuals but as a cohesive team representing their country.
Canada’s submitted images demonstrated the remarkable skill and artistry of our country’s photographers and highlighted the team’s dedication to excellence and their ambition to shine on the world stage. Each Top 10 recognition serves as a testament to their collective talent and hard work, fostering a strong sense of unity and national pride as they cheered on their teammates’ success.
All Top 10 finalists are now heading to Reykjavik, Iceland this April to represent Canada at the WPC Awards Ceremony. Their image is in the running for individual Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals and depending on their final ranking, these images have the chance to help Team Canada win the World Photographic Cup!
“When I heard my name a being called, a wave of adrenaline ran through my bones. Photographing airshows allows me to combine a lifelong love of aviation with the art of storytelling, and it is a surreal feeling to represent Canada on the world stage.”
2026 World Top 10 / Geoff Gabriel
Specializing in airshow photography, Geoff captures the power, precision, and emotion of flight with a distinctive cinematic style. Look inside the cockpit, two aviators are visible under the jet’s canopy. The pilot in the front seat is focused on precision flying, while the WSO in the back seat adds a touch of personality and fun by giving the viewers two thumbs up. It’s a fun playful moment the naked eye doesn’t normally gets to see as it that stands out against the serious, high-performance nature of the aircraft. The cloudy backdrop adds a touch of dramatic tone to the photo, emphasizing the sense of motion and altitude. Overall, the aim was to balance the intensity of military aviation with a glimpse of the human side of the people who fly these incredible machines.
