WORLD CUTTING PHOTO CONTEST 2024

Thank you for waiting everyone!
This is an announcement for winners of
each categories selected,
highly completed and creative works.
Thank you very much for your entry!
CLASSIC MEN'S STYLE
THE WINNER
Erkin
Russia
Russia
W-000012
Erkin
Description of the works
The classic Ted. Its was important for me to keep it true to the roots as much as possible,
so even the model himself is a rock’n’roll artist and rocks this style on the stage.
Tradition isn’t about worshiping the ashes, its about keeping the fire alive.
Judge’s comment
Hiroshi Kasahara
[ Hiroshi Kasahara ]
This is definitely a piece that should be in the Old School Dictionary. The model’s western suit, western shirt, heavy string tie and regent are the best.
Joth Davies
[ Joth Davies ]
A Beautiful classic well executed haircut, immaculate.
2nd PLACE
Kazuki Ogata
Japan
Japan
J-000043
Kazuki Ogata
Description of the works
We pay respect to the delinquent culture of the era,
faithfully recreating its essence without compromising its distinctive style.
This work seeks to embody an incomplete and imperfect beauty, one that evolves with the passage of time.
Rooted in the concept of wabi-sabi, a traditional Japanese aesthetic,
the design reflects a solitary yet rebellious youth.
I envisioned this piece with calm, flowing curves and a quiet yet powerful pompadour,
capturing a balance between serenity and defiance.
Judge’s comment
Atsushi Kunimoto
[ Atsushi Kunimoto ]
This work balances the luster of the leather on the jacket with the luster of the black hair. Adjusting the brightness would give more depth to the picture!
3rd PLACE
Ryo Ueno
Japan
Japan
J-000031
Ryo Ueno
Description of the works
The style was inspired by the 50’s music scene of rock and roll and rockabilly.
The hair was cut with blending and other techniques in mind to maintain the overall flow of the hair.
Judge’s comment
Hiroshi Kasahara
[ Hiroshi Kasahara ]
This is rock ‘n’ roll at its best!The front quiff, leather jacket and ducktail are perfect together! The overall mood and the bold statement of the hairstyle are perfectly captured in the photo – it’s fantastic!
AVANT-GARDE SHORT STYLE MEN’S
THE WINNER
Kenshiro Okumura
Japan
Japan
J-000042
Kenshiro Okumura
Description of the works
Since I wanted to express an “aggressive” look, I added white color as lightning bolt running,
the exact opposite of black as the base color, and brought out the color itself.
mutual intermingling and coexistence of black and white colors was achieved.
Judge’s comment
Harley
[ Harley ]
You can tell he understands this style very well. Clean and lean.
Masahiro Kawakami
[ Masahiro Kawakami ]
The style is characterized by its powerful technique and design, and the eye-catching lines give it a sharp look and a stylish feel.
2nd PLACE
ALEX PEPTANARIU
Romania
Romania
W-000029
ALEX PEPTANARIU
Description of the works
UNITY IN DIVERSITY – this is the concept of the Haircut.
This haircut was born from the desire to combine the technical haircut that is inspired by Vidal Sassoon with a scissor only approach and a freer approach of our times where the clipper is the main “scissor”. Nowadays, many criticize the old school or vice versa, and that’s how we limit ourselves in becoming much more creative. We have to find the common ground and this is the passion and love for hair. Unity in diversity
Judge’s comment
Tomoya Nishimori
[ Tomoya Nishimori ]
Highly skilled. Good balance in total.
3rd PLACE
黃品傑
Taiwan
Taiwan
J-000009
黃品傑 Huang Pin Jie
Description of the works
It’s not easy to promote the non-push-up hairstyle in Taiwan.
I know Asian men’s hairstyle may not be always suitable for everyone.
That’s why I insisted on not pushing the edges due to achieve the effect of modifying
the shape of the face and easy to organize.
I used the natural coloring of the hair a few months
after the hair cut to create a straight-lined hairstyle at this occasion.
Judge’s comment
Shinji Shimekake
[ Shinji Shimekake ]
The haircut and color are sophisticated and wonderful!
3rd PLACE
Dmytro Shumylo
Ukraine
Ukraine
W-000001
Dmytro Shumylo
Description of the works
To create the image, I was inspired by Ridley Scott’s movies.
The cut contains elements of punk, futurism and chaos. these are the realities of life.
Judge’s comment
George Accattato
[ George Accattato ]
great profile shape and texture.
AVANT-GARDE SHORT STYLE LADIES’
THE WINNER
Stevan Dulay
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
W-000064
Stevan Dulay
Description of the works
I love to create sharp lines that lead the eyes around any finished shape.
For my entry i wanted develop a sharpe that incorporates this,
while having a futuristic feel combining balance and sharpness.
I used contrasting col ours to enhance and complement the cut
which allows the overall image to rise to a new level.
Judge’s comment
Jean-Baptiste Mazella
[ Jean-Baptiste Mazella ]
Absolutely beautiful image! Great cutting technique and colour play! Sensational!
Lucian Busuioc
[ Lucian Busuioc ]
A very clean and precise shape , with an elegant and modern styling.
2nd PLACE
Jeff Fung
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
W-000042
Jeff Fung
Description of the works
The fullness of layers with rainbow coloured root highlighted the beauty of women’s short hair,
blending Europ ean and Asian aesthetics together.
Using scissor and razor alternately to create different hair textures,
showing the softness and neatness in one head, enhance the shape of this hairstyle.
Judge’s comment
Lucian Busuioc
[ Lucian Busuioc ]
It is a super modern and current look, with a very good execution.
3rd PLACE
艾莉莉
China
China
C-000009
艾莉莉 Ai Li Li
Description of the works
This work is inspired by marine jellyfish.
Judge’s comment
Jean-Baptiste Mazella
[ Jean-Baptiste Mazella ]
Stunning work of colour, photography and concept! Well done! I love it!
3rd PLACE
卢鹏
China
China
C-000011
卢鹏 Lu Peng
Description of the works
Inspired by Punk.
Punk spirit was born in the seventies in the UK as a trend-setting style, especially prevalent among teenagers. Punk spirit believes that I am dissatisfied with society, not to change the norms.
A spirit of rebellion, a complete destructive force, a strong sense of rebellion and independence is its main theme, punk rejects all forms of oppression and control, advocating individual differences.
A strong nihilistic tendency prompts them to question society, subjects, and civilization, and thus many contradictions exist in themselves.
The spirit of punk profoundly tapped into the subversive significance of the style, and through its unique aesthetic style, existentialist philosophical thinking and anti-establishment political stance, it became a cultural phenomenon with far-reaching influence.
Judge’s comment
Josh DeMarco
[ Josh DeMarco ]
this is very creative and expertly executed. I really like the models pose clothing along with the hair cut and hair color. I wish one of the pictures would show her eyes but overall this is very good. Congratulations!
Best mobile photo Award
THE WINNER
Erkin
Russia
Russia
W-000012
Erkin
Description of the works
The classic Ted. Its was important for me to keep it true to the roots as much as possible,
so even the model himself is a rock’n’roll artist and rocks this style on the stage.
Tradition isn’t about worshiping the ashes, its about keeping the fire alive.
Judge’s comment
Paul Taylor Clinch
[ Paul Taylor Clinch ]
love this beautiful rolls in the hair and photos look amazing with great brush lines.
Young Under 23 Award
THE WINNER
Sota Takimoto
Japan
Japan
J-000026
Sota Takimoto
Description of the works
Although young, the model wears a suit, and the classic side part creates a fresh look with a perfectly balanced fades gradation that doesn’t interfere with the look.
Judge’s comment
Atsushi Kunimoto
[ Atsushi Kunimoto ]
The gradient between the nape and the fringe is well balanced. The blending is also nicely done. This work makes me want more of the image and message that comes from the photo.