In pictures: World Photography Organisation student photography competition

This year the World Photography Organisation has partnered with Hotel Indigo to develop a UK-wide student programme to recognise and reward the next generation of exciting British-based photographers.

Eight hotels have been paired with local universities taking part in the WPO Student Focus programme to create unique photography projects inspired by the hotels’ surroundings. All the finalists will have their work exhibited at Somerset House, London as part of the 2014 Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition from 1 -18 May 2013.

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