SUMMARY

Aaron Whiteaway's image, titled 'Tom & Jerry,' was a runner-up in the After Dark category at the LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 competition. The photograph captures a real-life moment of a cat fixated on a mouse, presenting an ominous scene that contrasts sharply with the lighthearted nature of the cartoons. Whiteaway used a Nikon Z8 with a 300mm lens, shooting at f/2.8 and ISO 6,400 to capture the low-light action. The image leaves the outcome to the viewer's imagination, highlighting the tension of the predator-prey dynamic.

TAKEAWAYS

Photographer Aaron Whiteaway's 'Tom & Jerry' image was a runner-up in the LCE Photographer of the Year awards.

The photo depicts a cat stalking a mouse, creating an ominous real-life scene.

Whiteaway used a Nikon Z8 with a 300mm f/2.8 lens, requiring high ISO for the low-light shot.

The image was recognized in the 'After Dark' category for its storytelling and depth of field.

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