All Photography Contests

Whether you look for cash prizes, camera equipment, or having your work exhibited, photography contests are a great way to test your skills as a photographer. Most competitions publish early entries and finalist's photographs, aside of winner's galleries, so having your images posted on a photo contest website can give you valuable exposure whether you win or not. We've pulled together a selection of 150+ photography competitions in 2025, from free to paid photography awards, so you can decide what photo contest meets your needs.

ENDS 03/05/26
The submission of photos for the specific contest is free. Each photographer can participate with up to 5 files.
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Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the seventh Colors online art contest for the month of March 2026.
ENDS 03/06/26
Cash prizes of USD 500 (1st place), USD 400 (2nd place) and USD 300 (popular vote)
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This competition seeks images that capture not only the beauty of the landscape, but the sense of place, atmosphere, and moment that define it
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JURORS:Diana H. Bloomfield & Chris Anderson
ENDS 03/08/26
We invite artists working in all disciplines to participate in the Fluid Ecologies Open Call, exploring ecologies in their broadest sense—examining how systems respond, change, adapt, and evolve.
ENDS 03/08/26
BigPicture is open to all photography enthusiasts and professionals alike worldwide to compete for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize.
ENDS 03/08/26
The Untitled Space invites artists to apply for a Solo Exhibition to take place at the gallery in Tribeca, New York, Fall/Winter 2026.
ENDS 03/08/26
Become the Photographer of the Week and win Exposure on the Home Page & Social Media
ENDS 03/09/26
The World.Report Award aims at a new form of social commitment through photography. The award is open to both professional and amateur photographers from all over the world.
ENDS 03/09/26
Exhibition: May 1 - May 30, 2026
ENDS 03/09/26
Athens Photo Festival (APhF:26) is now accepting submissions from artists and photographers for its 2026 exhibition program.
ENDS 03/10/26
Journey to the corners of the world and explore the sky to discover the greatest treasures of our planet.
ENDS 03/10/26
One or more of your photographs will be showcased in the Virtual Online Exhibition
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Prize: SEACAM underwater housing voucher worth US$10,000
ENDS 03/11/26
Each exhibition will have 26 photographs selected by the juror for exhibiton at the gallery.
ENDS 03/13/26
International Color Awards is open to professional and amateur photographers shooting in all forms of color photography using traditional or digital methods.
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We are seeking photography of any genre in a square format.
ENDS 03/13/26
The biennial Belfast Photo Festival provided the perfect platform for gaining exposure to an international audience, with previous editions having welcome over 100,000 visitors from all over the world
ENDS 03/13/26
Enter one of the most prestigious competitions for creativity in photography, the Communication Arts Photography Competition.
ENDS 03/13/26
Imagine capturing the serenity of a moonlit forest, where trees cast long, mysterious shadows.
ENDS 03/13/26
The 28th edition of the PICTO Fashion Photography Award holds a special significance for the PICTO Foundation.
ENDS 03/13/26
Optical illusions, unusual perspectives, staged scenes, or something more unexpected
ENDS 03/15/26
Selected photographs will be displayed in an online exhibition at Grid Photo Gallery
ENDS 03/15/26
Grand Prize: $1,000 USD cash, official Phi Trophy, interview and feature, dedicated spread in the Phi Photography Annual, leading placement in the virtual exhibition
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Issue #136 will focus on constructed still life - photographs of objects like a still life that only live in photograph form, this could be any sort of construction that is made or set up just for the photograph.
ENDS 03/15/26
1st Place: $5,000 Cash Prize, Named Hotel Canvas Featured Artist 2026, Solo Exhibition at Hotel Canvas Fifth Avenue Gallery
ENDS 03/15/26
35-40 selected images will hang in the SE Center’s virtual gallery space for approximately one month.
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Each laureate will receive a grant of 30 000 € nets in order to complete his project.
ENDS 03/15/26
‘On the Block’ celebrates the unposed, unfiltered, and fleeting moments that define the art of documenting everyday life, whether in dense urban streets or sleepy rural towns.
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For 2026, the winners will receive free participation in the photo basel Fair 2026 during Art Basel.
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10.000 € | Leica Q camera worth 6.000€ | Professional mentoring and tutoring during the projects production phase
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Exhibition Date: April/June 2026
ENDS 03/16/26
The prize is endowed with €5,000 to use as the winner sees fit.
ENDS 03/17/26
Be Featured in our April 2026 Online Juried Solo Exhibition!
ENDS 03/17/26
Will select its fourth Photo Laureate, who will have the honor to document and represent Tampa Bay for one year.
ENDS 03/18/26
A global photography call exploring the digital impact of connectivity in fragile and emergency contexts.
ENDS 03/19/26
Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.
ENDS 03/20/26
We promote each online edition via email, web, and social media three times during the publication month.
ENDS 03/20/26
One or more of your photographs will be showcased in the Virtual Online Exhibition
ENDS 03/21/26
The FORMAT Portfolio Review is returning in 2026. It will take place online on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March.
ENDS 03/22/26
Exhibition Dates: April 18 – May 16, 2026
ENDS 03/22/26
Selected photographs will be featured in a collective section of Creatura Issue No. 02
ENDS 03/23/26
The 8th Chelsea International Photography Competition offers selected photographers the opportunity to exhibit in one of our New York spaces, located in the heart of the Chelsea art district.
ENDS 03/23/26
For this cycle, 10×10 is seeking submissions related to its forthcoming publication on the history of photobooks from Africa and its diaspora.
ENDS 03/23/26
Exhibit dates: April 25 - May 31, 2026
ENDS 03/24/26
The overall winner of Wildlife Artist of the Year typically receives a significant award comprising a substantial cash prize alongside a donation voucher of equal value to support a conservation project of their choice
ENDS 03/25/26
Artists announced on the last day of each month.
ENDS 03/26/26
Selected artists will take part in a group exhibition at B-Part Exhibition, the gallery curated by loop in the heart of Berlin in July / August 2026.
ENDS 03/27/26
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces their 17th Annual “Abstracts” Online Art Competition.
ENDS 03/28/26
EXHIBITION DATES: May 2 – May 30
ENDS 03/29/26
Be seen, be supported, and be part of Head On Photo Festival 2026.
ENDS 03/30/26
Exhibition Dates: 20. May – 06. June 2026
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Exhibition Dates 2026 | June – September
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Exhibition Dates 2026 | July 29 – September 6, 2026
ENDS 03/30/26
A professional four-page spread in the print and digital magazine, perfect for use in future gallery applications and press kits
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The Handmade Photobook Exhibition will take place this summer, opening June 12 through September 6, 2026. Associated receptions and artist talks will be announced at a later date
ENDS 03/31/26
Prizes: 2.000 euros + Exhibition
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If you're a passionate amateur or professional photographer, we invite you to share your photographic project with us.
ENDS 03/31/26
Entries are open worldwide to photographers using an iPhone or iPad. Photos should not be published previously anywhere. The posts on personal accounts (Facebook, Instagram etc.) are eligible.
ENDS 03/31/26
The Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award recognizes women photojournalists with a commitment to shining a light on important stories around the world through brave and compelling work.
ENDS 03/31/26
Nature photographers watch out: In the 33rd year EuroNatur has organised this international nature photo competition.
ENDS 03/31/26
We invite you to contribute your creative vision to this mosaic. Our distinguished judges include professional photographers, artists, photo educators, and members of the media.
ENDS 03/31/26
All visual artists worldwide are invited to submit their best still-life artworks on the theme for inclusion in the exhibition.
ENDS 03/31/26
Photographer of the Year $1,000
ENDS 03/31/26
Each participant may submit a maximum of 3 photos related to the sport activities (non-motorized) that take place in the mountains (for example alpinism, climbing, ski, trekking, speleology, paragliding).
ENDS 03/31/26
Selected photobooks will be featured in Der Greif’s Articles section, including a dedicated editorial feature highlighting the project, its context, and the maker(s).
ENDS 03/31/26
Join us for Wiki Loves Folklore 2026, an international photographic contest hosted annually at Wikimedia Commons!
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Cip festival will be held in the old town of Chania which is visited by thousands of people every summer
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The KLPA 2026 Portrait Photography Prize is a leading international portrait photography competition that spotlights the art of travel portraiture through its theme “A Stranger’s Face.
ENDS 03/31/26
Feel free to submit anything related to landscape in the most creative way: lakes, rivers, sea, trees, sunsets, rainy days, storms, gardens, icy lakes are welcome.
ENDS 03/31/26
$1,000 Cash Prizes and Solo Exhibition
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Best in Show will receive a $150 cash prize, be featured on the cover of the exhibition
ENDS 04/01/26
35-40 selected images will hang in the SE Center’s virtual gallery space for approximately one month.
ENDS 04/01/26
Fusion Art invites submissions for the Colors 2026 art competition for an online exhibition during the month of April 2026.
ENDS 04/01/26
Two book projects can win 100 000 SEK each for book production.
ENDS 04/01/26
Artadia Awards are $15,000 and are unrestricted: The award money can be used however the artist sees fit.
ENDS 04/02/26
Win an exhibition in Paris
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Exhibition Dates: May 23 – June 13, 2026
ENDS 04/07/26
For the 2026 cycle, the program will distribute over $470,000 in funding.
ENDS 04/07/26
Reflections is the theme for this months competition.
ENDS 04/09/26
Cash Prize: 5000,00€
ENDS 04/10/26
One or more of your photographs will be showcased in the Virtual Online Exhibition
ENDS 04/10/26
The festival’s Grand Prix prize is 2,000 EUR (cash)
ENDS 04/12/26
The winner will receive a grant of $14,000 for a solo exhibition
ENDS 04/13/26
We offer an artist fee of £1,500, plus travel, accommodation and production.
ENDS 04/15/26
Six days of exhibition in Barcelona at the Art Nomade Gallery for the 25 finalists.
ENDS 04/16/26
The main grant is open to professional photographers worldwide, one $30,000. grant
ENDS 04/16/26
Emerging Photographers (under 30 year old ) 2 X $ 5000 grants.
ENDS 04/19/26
Group Exhibition in Rome city, Italy. September 2026
ENDS 04/20/26
One or more of your photographs will be showcased in the Virtual Online Exhibition
ENDS 04/22/26
Winning submissions will be printed and included in a group exhibition at the museum from June 16, 2026, to August 2, 2026.
ENDS 04/24/26
Black and White Spider Awards is open to professional and amateur photographers shooting in all forms of black and white photography, using traditional or digital methods.
ENDS 04/26/26
Choose your best work, upload photos and give yourself a chance to compete for prestige, fame and more than $ 7,500 in monetary award!
ENDS 04/27/26
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces their 16th Annual “Animals” Online Art Competition.
ENDS 04/30/26
Categories span breaking news, feature reporting, and in-depth photo essays, with all entries judged through a blind process by an international jury of respected editors, curators, and industry leaders
ENDS 04/30/26
Landskrona Foto & Breadfield Dummy Award enables the winner to have his/her or their book project published by Breadfield Press and Landskrona Foto during 2027.
ENDS 05/01/26
Awarded for the best visual arts response to the theme of the Alpine Fellowship 2026 - Joy
ENDS 05/01/26
Fusion Art invites submissions for the Waterscapes 2026 Art Competition for an online exhibition during the month of May 2026
ENDS 05/03/26
Selected works featured in a professionally curated online exhibition hosted on Allora Gallery's website
ENDS 05/03/26
Exhibition Dates: May 20 – July 20
ENDS 05/03/26
Over $4,000 in cash prizes, global exposure, artist profile, winner's gallery feature, custom press release, interview, and more.
ENDS 05/03/26
We would be delighted if the cash prizes (€5,000, €2,000 and €1,000) helped spark new initiatives – be it in Hellerau or back home: a talk, a workshop, a pop-up show or something entirely your own.
ENDS 05/04/26
This award pays tribute to the memory of Jalón Ángel with two annual categories: Portrait, a genre in which he excelled at a national level, and Travel, to which he devoted much of his photographic creativity and interest.
ENDS 05/05/26
Fusion Art invites submissions for its 34th Quarterly Art Competition – the Still Life 2026 Art Competition
ENDS 05/07/26
The 2026 Virginia Prize, worth €10,000, will be awarded to its winner in November 2026.
ENDS 05/10/26
One or more of your photographs will be showcased in the Virtual Online Exhibition
ENDS 05/12/26
We have recently increased grant amounts to $4,500.
ENDS 05/13/26
Thirty stories will be selected by Mr Hossein Farmani, the curated Exhibition will be presented at the Paris Photo Prize in Paris, then will be traveling around the world.
ENDS 05/15/26
TERAVARNA announces their "13th Landscape" International Juried Art Competition. All visual artists worldwide are invited to submit their best artworks on the theme for inclusion in the exhibition.
ENDS 05/17/26
MonoVisions Photography Awards are an international open call for photographers using black and white medium to express their visual language.
ENDS 05/17/26
Winners will receive $4,000 in cash prizes, an immersive, dedicated digital gallery to showcase their work in a global Artist Directory, and much more.
ENDS 05/26/26
All art is eligible as long as it engages with technology in some form.
ENDS 05/27/26
Welcoming both individual image and series submissions that honor and explore black and white photography.
ENDS 05/31/26
The Top Winners from each Category of the VIEpa Vienna International Photo Award will be awarded in the yearly VIEphoto Exhibition, which will be held during the Vienna Summer Photo Festival in Summer 2026
ENDS 05/31/26
Create a cohesive body of work responding to the theme and stand a chance to win over $8,000 worth of prizes!
ENDS 05/31/26
This season will feature five main categories, with ‘Family’ serving as the primary theme.
ENDS 05/31/26
Artists worldwide are cordially invited to submit their finest artworks, exploring the captivating theme of water, to be considered for inclusion in this prestigious exhibition.
ENDS 05/31/26
The submission of photos for the specific contest is free. Each photographer can participate with up to 5 files.
ENDS 05/31/26
Winning an Applied Arts Images Award will help you broadcast your work in front of top creative professionals working in the advertising, design industries today.
ENDS 06/12/26
The winner receives $3,000, and two honorable mentions each receive $500 towards the purchase of work to be added to the MoCP's permanent collection.
ENDS 06/15/26
TERAVARNA announces their "16th ABSTRACT" International Juried Art Competition. All visual artists worldwide are invited to submit their best still-life artworks on the theme for inclusion in the exhibition.
ENDS 06/15/26
Submit your best photographs now and get your chance to be one of the winners awarded in Siena!
ENDS 06/15/26
Several prizes will be awarded during the Rencontres Giono on Saturday, August 1, 2026. As with the shortstory competition, the photography prizes will be awarded as follows: 1st prize €500 – 2nd prize €300 – 3rdprize €200.
ENDS 06/15/26
Issue #76 will feature the work of photographers exploring Home VS Away — with UNIQUE, LENS BASED methods
ENDS 06/21/26
Winners will receive career-enhancing cash prizes, an immersive, dedicated digital gallery to share their works in a global Artist Directory, and much more.
ENDS 06/30/26
Solo Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina
ENDS 06/30/26
The IPA recognizes photography’s leading talents who are creating, shaping and defining the world of photography today.
ENDS 06/30/26
The finalists’ exhibition will take place from November 6 to 29, 2026.
ENDS 06/30/26
The mission of the World Nature Photography Awards is to celebrate the world’s best nature photographers whilst showcasing nature’s beauty to a wider audience.
ENDS 07/15/26
Artist Grant awards an unrestricted $1200 USD grant to one visual artist three times each year.
ENDS 07/19/26
Chromatic Awards is an international competition of color photography open to both professionals and amateurs. Participation in the Chromatic Awards offers not only prestige, but also the opportunity to win extra money for the development of passion.
ENDS 07/22/26
Group Exhibition in Rome. November 2026
ENDS 07/22/26
Submit your best work to our photo competition for a chance to win up to $11,500 in cash prizes, be selected by our curators for the PX3 exhibition in Paris and inclusion in the Annual PX3 book.
ENDS 07/31/26
The mission of the AS International Film Photography Awards is to discover, showcase and promote photographers working across all genres of analog photography worldwide
ENDS 07/31/26
Each winner receives a prize of 8,000 euros and the production of an exhibition.
ENDS 09/06/26
The Aesthetica Art Prize celebrates contemporary art in all its forms, offering opportunities for exhibition at a major public gallery alongside online publication and £10,000 prize money.
ENDS 09/30/26
Be part of this esteemed tradition—submit your work, gain international recognition, and showcase your creative brilliance to the world.
ENDS 10/01/26
The winner of the Anthology Cover Art Award will receive a €500 cash prize and publication on the cover of – and editorial coverage in – a future Issue of Anthology. The winner will also receive a one-year subscription to Anthology
ENDS 12/12/26
Imagine capturing the serenity of a moonlit forest, where trees cast long, mysterious shadows.
ENDS 12/31/26
Every weekend, The Eye of Photography dedicates itself to the portfolios of its readers. By publishing the best portfolios, the magazine enables photographers around the world to show case their photographs.
ENDS 12/31/26
We encourage both professional and non-professional photographers to submit your work to the Social Documentary Network website.
ENDS 12/31/26
MVIBE Magazine is a magazine created by artists for artists solely for the purpose of advertising worldwide.
ENDS 12/31/26
Promote your work with Al-Tiba9 Interviews and engage with our diverse readership.
ENDS 12/31/26
The Pulitzer Center’s global reporting grants support in-depth, high-impact reporting on critical issues that are often overlooked in the media, from global health to climate change.
ENDS 12/31/26
We hope the Gender Equality Grant can help our partner organizations advance their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals and commitments.
ENDS 12/31/26
To discover the best pictures and have your work seen by leading publications and galleries, we encourage you to submit your best works.
ENDS 12/31/26
ARTIST DATABASE invites artists from around the globe to submit their work to our 'Artists to Watch' program, designed to spotlight those with the greatest potential for growth.