Countless legends took their first steps at Abbey Road. It’s a spirit that continues today with sessions designed to inspire the next generation of artists. We now want to identify and recognise the emerging, unsung talent that exists in music photography. We want to provide a platform for the best upcoming photographers of all backgrounds forging a path in music photography. Do you have a body of work that is waiting to be discovered?

Simon Wheatley is Abbey Road’s Photographer in Residence and has played a pivotal role in documenting the Grime scene since its inception in the UK. This one-of-a-kind prize will see the winner mentored by Simon for a week, learning his philosophy, storytelling, and unique approach to photography. Go behind the scenes at Abbey Road Studios as you finesse your craft on shoots and become part of the story. To celebrate the Undiscovered Photographer of the Year 2022 one of your images from the weeklong mentorship will take its place on the Abbey Road walls.

adidas and Abbey Road Studios have a shared ambition to offer a platform for young and undiscovered talent, therefore the prize also includes an opportunity to join a project shoot on location with adidas. More details will be unveiled soon.

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