The last pub fillers of Heves County, silent jukeboxes, half-empty beers – Zsófia Sivák won the Capa Grand Prize

Sivák Zsófia won the Robert Capa Hungarian Photography Award in 2026 for her series "Hitel nincs," which explores the remaining pubs in Heves County. The project captures the essence of rural life through intimate portraits and evocative imagery, reflecting on the social realities of marginalized communities. The award includes a monetary prize and support for an international exhibition in Vienna. The jury praised her work for its original visual language and insightful commentary on contemporary rural issues. Other nominees included projects addressing migration and personal loss, showcasing diverse narratives in photography.