Siena: Kuwaiti photographer Dr. Mahdi Ghloum has achieved significant recognition by securing two awards at the Siena International Photo Awards, held in the city of Siena, central Italy, with participation from elite global photographers.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Dr. Ghloum competed in the categories of Environmental Photography and Aerial Environmental Documentary Films. His image of the Greater Spotted Eagle earned him second place in the Aerial Environmental Documentary Films category. Additionally, he received an Award of Excellence for an aerial documentary film focusing on the migration of birds crossing Kuwait's skies annually, underscoring their environmental role and the importance of preserving natural habitats.
Dr. Ghloum noted that the award-winning photos and films will be presented in international exhibitions, allowing global audiences to appreciate Kuwait's environmental significance as a crucial passage for migratory birds. He highlighted that his work aims to demonstrate that photography and documentation serve as powerful tools for spreading environmental awareness and advocating for a more sustainable ecological future.
The Siena International Photo Awards were inaugurated in 2015, and on September 27 this year, winners in ten categories were announced, including environmental photography, documentary films, adventure, natural beauty, motion sports, and marine life.