58 awards and 8 special jury awards presented
"Refreshed in the Rain" by Mr. Sakchai Ruenkham won first prize in the General Photo category, along with a cash prize of 100,000 baht, in the "Spectacular Nong Nooch World Pattaya" photo contest, which showcases the beauty of the garden through creative perspectives.
Nong Nooch World Pattaya held the awards ceremony on October 4, 2026 (B.E. 2569) at 2:00 p.m. in the Fueang Fa Meeting Room. Mr. Kampol Tansajja, Chairman of Nong Nooch Pattaya Garden, presented 58 main awards along with 8 special jury awards for photography, for a total of 66 awards, in recognition of the participants' work and dedication.
The contest covered General Photography, Selfie, Action Camera, Smartphone and Tablet, and AI-Created Works categories, as well as various special awards. Participants were able to express their impressions through a wide range of tools and ideas, from choosing the right moment to working with light, composition, and imaginative storytelling.
Besides the winner of the General Photo category, other major award recipients include Mr. Santi Sedsin, who won first prize in the Selfie category with a cash prize of 10,000 baht for "Come Visit Nong Nooch... and Take Him Home with You," and Mr. Worakorn Kongkaew, who won first prize in the Escola Award category with a cash prize of 50,000 baht for "Bonds of Happiness."
In the AI category, Nongnooch's AI-Based Image, Mr. Seksan Saowarot won first prize with a cash prize of 50,000 baht for "Fun at Nong Nooch Garden." The special Nongnooch Pattaya Award, also worth 50,000 baht, went to Mr. Chitsanupong Katip for "Light of Dharma Across Two Worlds."
Nong Nooch World Pattaya commends the talent and dedication of every photographer and is proud to provide a space for them to showcase their skills and leave behind their valuable work. These images connect the garden's beauty with tourists, inspire those who have never visited to experience it for themselves, and invite returning visitors to rediscover it from a fresh perspective.
