Ema Peter (born October 19, 1977) is a Canadian architectural photographer.[1] Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, she is known for taking a photojournalist approach to capture the relationship between built forms, light and people[2] who live and work within them.[3] She has photographed buildings and interiors Internationally for architects such as Omar Gandhi,[4] Bjarke Ingels Group, Kengo Kuma,[5] Kohn Pedersen Fox, AECOM,[6] Luis Vidal[7] and many more.

Ema Peter
Born (1977-10-19) October 19, 1977 (age 47)
Sofia, Bulgaria
OccupationArchitectural photographer
Websiteemapeter.com

She studied in National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria.[8]

She was listed as the Top 5 Architectural Photography studios in the world 2021 by Architizer.[9] She was included in the article "100 most inspiring architectural photographers in the world" by the Loop Design Awards[10] and her story had been featured in articles on CBC News,[11] Forbes Bulgaria,[12] Svobodna Evropa,[13] Madame Architect,[14] Vancouver Sun,[15] and Nova TV News.[16]

Her work has been extensively featured in Western Living magazine.[17]

Awards

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  • 2018 Architizer A+ Awards, jury and public vote in Architecture + Photography category[18]
  • 2019 Canadian Architect magazine, inaugural Photo Award of Excellence[19]
  • 2020 Créateurs Design Awards, inaugural award for Project Photography[20]
  • 2021 Dezeen Architectural Photograph of the Year[21]
  • 2021 Production Paradise Award, Architecture & Interiors winner[22]
  • 2022 Architizer A+ Awards, public vote in Architecture+Photography Category[23]
  • 2023 Créateurs Design Awards for Best Project Photography[24]

Exhibitions

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References

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  1. ^ "Architectural Photography: How Ema Peter Constantly Pushes the Limits of Her Craft - Architizer Journal". Journal. 2023-03-14. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  2. ^ "In Focus: Ema Peter, a Master of Visual Narrative Through Light and Shadow". Archinect. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  3. ^ "How to Take the Perfect Architectural Photo | 2018-12-01 | Architectural Record". www.architecturalrecord.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  4. ^ "White Rock Cabin, Gaspereau Valley - Nova Scotia, Canada - The Cool Hunter Journal". Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  5. ^ "Kengo Kuma's New Vancouver Skyscraper Warps Against the Wind". Hypebeast. 2023-06-21. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  6. ^ Lewis, Michael J. "Elegance Touches Down at Boston's Terminal E". WSJ. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  7. ^ "AECOM and Luis Vidal place sleek red roof on Boston airport terminal". Dezeen. 2024-01-12. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  8. ^ "Среща-разговор с фотографа Ема Петер". НАТФИЗ (in Bulgarian). 2022-11-29. Retrieved 2024-02-27.
  9. ^ "5 Top Architectural Photography Studios in the World in 2021". Journal. 2021-02-23. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  10. ^ "100 Most Inspiring Architecture Photographers". LOOP Design Awards. Retrieved 2024-02-27.
  11. ^ CBC News (April 16, 2017). "'You need to be fearless': Why photographing architecture is harder than it looks". CBC News.
  12. ^ Дионисова, Анелия (2023-12-15). "Ема Питър: Да снимаш бъдещето". forbesbulgaria.com (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  13. ^ "Ема Питър, която запечатва в снимки живота на сградите". Свободна Европа (in Bulgarian). 2023-04-24. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  14. ^ "Part of the Future: Architectural Photographer Ema Peter on Working With the Best and Chasing the Light". Madame Architect. 2021-08-11. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  15. ^ Keillor, Rebecca (March 24, 2023). "The Home Front: Ema Peter's architectural photography at West Vancouver Art Museum". Vancouver Sun.
  16. ^ "В елита на световната фотография: Българката Ема Питър налага модата в архитектурното снимане". nova.bg (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  17. ^ Western Living magazine (April 19, 2023). "'Attention All West Coast Modern Fans: You Don't Want to Miss This Photography Exhibit". Western Living.
  18. ^ "The Best of the Best: Announcing the Winners of the 2018 A+Awards! - Architizer Journal". Journal. 2018-07-30. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  19. ^ Novakovic, Stefan (2018-12-07). "Winners announced for 51st Canadian Architect Awards of Excellence". Canadian Architect. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  20. ^ "The Glamorous Créateurs Design Awards Took Place Last Night at the Ritz Paris". Architectural Digest. 2020-01-16. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  21. ^ "The One | Public vote winner | Dezeen Awards 2021". Dezeen. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  22. ^ Paradise, Production. "Awards 2021, Spotlight Sep 2021 magazine - Production Paradise". productionparadise.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  23. ^ "Architecture for the Ages: Announcing the Winners of the 10th Annual A+Awards!". Journal. 2022-06-07. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  24. ^ Redazione (2023-01-25). "Créateurs Design Awards 2023: the winners". IFDM. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  25. ^ "The Decisive Moment: Ema Peter | West Vancouver Art Museum". westvancouverartmuseum.ca. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  26. ^ "Architectural photojournalist Ema Peter chases the decisive moment". Stir. 2023-04-12. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
  27. ^ "The Pacific Gallery at Fairmont Pacific Rim Unveils Ema Peter 'In The Moment' Photography Exhibition – Fairmont Pacific Rim". Fairmont Pacific Rim – Fairmont Pacific Rim. 2023-10-16. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
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