Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2024: Special Award (Miyakojima Award) — Interview with Seiji Nishimori

Photo & Video Contest 2024
Grand Prix Announcement!

 

Based on the results of votes from everyone and those of members of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association
The “Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2024”
The Grand Prize and Runner-Up winners have been announced!

We received comments from the winners of the Contest.

 

Special Award (Miyakojima Award)

Title: "The Mirror Sea, Where the Sea and Sky Become One"

Photographer: Seiji Nishimori

On that day, there was no wind and the sea was calm, with the water reflecting like a mirror.

Category: Photography Category; Affiliation: Member of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association

Location (City/Town/Village): Miyakojima City

Location: Near Pinaaga Beach

 

Interview with Seiji Nishimori

Acceptance Speech

Thank you very much for this honor. I love the ocean, and having once worked as a photographer in Hawaii, my photo shoot on Miyako Island was particularly memorable. I am deeply honored to have received this award under such circumstances.

 

About the Award-Winning Works

It was a calm, windless day, and on my way to the beach, I came across a view of the ocean that looked just like a mirror. I passed it by at first, but thinking, “This moment won’t last,” I turned back and took some photos.

 

What Inspired Me to Become a Photographer and Videographer

A photo I took while traveling abroad once won the grand prize in a contest, and that experience inspired me to pursue a career in photography in earnest.

 

Future Activities

I am currently affiliated with Decorte Co., Ltd. and conduct photo shoots throughout Japan. Moving forward, I intend to expand my horizons beyond Japan and actively participate in international photography contests. Finally, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for this opportunity. I look forward to your continued support.