BRANDS & PARTNERS
Irys works with trusted brands across the industry to create real opportunities — and real exposure — for our photographers.
Are you a brand interested in partnering with Irys? Reach out to Tim Paton at tim@irysphotos.com to discuss how we can work together.
See our past competitions and featured highlights below
DxO Labs is a French company that develops advanced photography software for professional and enthusiast photographers. They specialise in correcting optical and image-quality flaws—such as lens distortion and digital noise—using lab-measured camera/lens modules and AI-based processing technologies.Their flagship products include DxO PhotoLab, DxO PureRAW and the Nik Collection, all aimed at maximising image quality and workflow efficiency.
ChargeSPOT, operated by Japan’s INFORICH Inc., is a mobile battery-sharing service that lets users rent a portable charger and return it at any station nationwide.Its network spans over 50,000 stations in Japan, including train hubs and convenience stores, with expansion across Asia and Europe.The service follows a sharing-economy model, using an app-based rental system that integrates payments and supports on-the-go users such as travellers and commuters.
WhiteWall is a premium online photo-lab and printing service founded in 2007 that specialises in gallery-quality photo prints, custom wall art, and handmade framing for photographers and artists worldwide.They use a combination of advanced printing technologies (UV-inks, latex printers, traditional chemical exposure) and a wide range of materials (acrylic glass, aluminium, wood, fine-art paper) to deliver custom formats and finishes.With a professional lab in Germany, over 1,000 product variants, and global shipping to 50+ countries, WhiteWall serves both amateur photographers and high-end professionals.
Oberwerth is a German brand specialising in premium camera bags and accessories, using fine leathers and high-tech materials. Their philosophy emphasises timeless design, sustainability and durability, offering products built to last a lifetime rather than follow fast trends.
Artisan&Artist* is a Tokyo-based brand founded in 1991, specialising in high-quality, handcrafted bags and accessories that showcase Japanese craftsmanship and functional design.Originally focused on makeup cases and tools for professional artists, the brand later expanded into camera bags and everyday carry items that blend practicality with refined aesthetics.Their products emphasise premium materials, precise workmanship and timeless design intended for both specialist photographers and lifestyle users around the world.
Picfair is the quickest and easiest way for photographers to start selling their photos online with their own customisable storefront. Set your own prices, keep control of your work, and let Picfair handle print and download fulfilment. Used and trusted by over 1 million photographers, it’s never been easier to turn your images into income.
OwlKrown is a premium photography accessories brand focused on high-end, handcrafted gear, particularly camera straps, grips, and small hardware.
Claus Berg Schwarz
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Irys x Leica — Sponsored Competition
Claus took home a Leica Q3 in our sponsored competition with Leica, themed around A Sense of Home. Judged by Irys ambassadors Mynxii White and Phil Penman, the competition invited photographers to show what home looks like to them. Claus answered with quiet honesty, capturing the feeling of freedom, movement and belonging that has stayed with him since childhood with his photograph A Life of Balance.
Seb Hitchcock
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Classic Car Reflection
Seb took first place in the inaugural Irys competition, winning a signed copy of Metropolis and a signed print by Alan Schaller.
Akash Arora
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Charge Your Creativity — Irys x Chargespot
Akash was selected alongside Patrick Oliff [monoployphoto] and Tobias Keil [tobiasK] as winners of our Chargespot competition, themed around Bringing Art Into Everyday Life. For two weeks in February 2026, their work was displayed across more than 30,000 Chargespot locations throughout Japan, putting art where people least expect it.
Dariusz Winkler
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Urban Geometry — Irys x DXO
Dariusz won the full DXO Suite in our Urban Geometry competition, a tool trusted by photographers serious about their craft.
Md Enamul Kabir
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One Moment — Irys x Whitewall
Enamul's travel photograph won our Whitewall competition, themed around capturing a single defining moment on the road. His prize: a 500 euro Whitewall voucher to bring his work to life at gallery quality.
