World Photographic Cup / Awards
The World Photographic Cup is a prestigious, Olympic-style event that celebrates the art of photography on a global stage. Canada joined photographers from 28 nations around the world to compete not only as individuals but as a cohesive team representing their country.
Photographers want to be top in the world, not just for personal glory but to hoist the Canadian flag. And that’s just what Manpreet Sokhi did at the World Photographic Cup awards ceremony on April 25th in Reykjavik, Iceland where he earned a world 10th place for his photographic image. Manpreet was part of a talented group of Canadian photographers that travelled to Iceland to attend the WPC ceremony in person. Canadian cheers echoed through the auditorium, high-fives were exchanged, and flags flew in shared jubilation as Team Canada’s images received one Gold medal, one Bronze medal and five Top 10 honours. Every victory makes a collective triumph for WPC Team Canada, which placed 6th in this year’s World Photographic Cup competition.
“The World Photographic Cup pushes me to grow as a photographer, and makes me prouder than ever to be part of the extraordinary family – Team Canada!”
2026 10th Place / Manpreet Sokhi
“When I see a shy, quiet 16 year old, get on stage after getting into her dance clothes, I see a transformation happen. This dancer now displays passion and energy that controls the stage and the audience. It’s as if she is the master of her world. In this image titled “Dancing up a Storm”, I tried to encapsulate that feeling into a two dimensional image.”
Three decades have seen Manpreet in several genres of photography, including corporate, dance, events etc., but none enthralled him more than nature and wildlife. After living half his life in India and the rest in Canada, he loves and understands both these countries and today loves to share their beauty through his images and photo tours.
