Mysterious Forest

Julia Isaak is a master student of architecture splitting her time between Aachen and Bonn, and her photography page has quietly grown to nearly 30,000 followers. She leads with a disarmingly simple tagline — “I am just a girl with two eyes” — which sets the tone for work that is observational, unpretentious, and rooted in the built environment. Architecture photography is the clear focus, and her creative process is shaped by spontaneous discovery.

International Photographer fo the Year: “Humanity Within the Architecture of Control” by Luke Gram The 2025 Refocus International Photographer of the Year Awards reaffirmed the platform’s status as a leading showcase for contemporary photography, highlighting work that transcends borders and cultures. This year’s winners delivered not just images but deeply human stories, ranging from raw street moments to bold conceptual pieces.