"In 2021, the year I started submitting my work to Red Bull Illume, I had no idea I could make it this far in the competition. Winning the Creative category in 2023 was for sure one of the greatest moments of my life. It being the Creative category really means a lot to me as it matches my style and my vision of photography so well. I love thinking out of the box and discovering new ways of creating imagery. Participating in the Creative category meant that I was completely free to use whatever technique I wanted, even though I like working with constraints, not having to follow any rules was really fun and thrilling!"
RedBull Illume Interview: "This was my first time shooting climbing"
Left Image: 2023 RedBull Illume Winners
Right Image: From left to right: Fred Mortagne, Léo Grosgurin, Jean-Baptiste Liautard, Delphin Montessuit, Ben Thouard
"Ice (Cube) Climbing" by Delphin Montessuit, Exhibition at Hangar 7 in Salzburg, Austria.