Photography Contest
New Visions Photography Awards
Deadline |
CLOSEDTheme |
6 categoriesTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to allEntry Fees |
Between $10 and $45Prizes |
Cash PrizeHost |
LensCultureLensCulture celebrates 20 years of discovering photographic talent! Now, we look to the next two decades, seeking visionary artists who are defining photography's future. We're searching for artists who blend profound vision with technical mastery & craft, creating work that speaks to our times and touches eternal human truths.
Submit your work and be recognized as one of the artists shaping the future of the medium, earning a place in our London and New York exhibitions in 2025.
2 Major Exhibitions: London & New York
All winning photographers will be exhibited at Photo London 2025, a photography fair which brings together the world's leading galleries, publishers and collectors, as well as an ambitious program of exhibitions, conversations, artist book signings and curated fair events.
Additionally, top winners will have their work showcased at the renowned Leica Gallery in New York City in 2025. This exclusive exhibition offers a unique opportunity for the winning photographers to gain international exposure in one of the world's most vibrant art scenes.
1 Discovery of the Year
The Discovery of the Year Photographer will receive $5,000 cash and a $5,000 credit for photographic equipment from MBP. Through this award, MPB reaffirms its commitment to nurturing and supporting photographers, providing them with the resources and recognition to further their career. Jurors: Sophie Collins, MBP; Jim Casper, LensCulture; Laura Sackett, LensCulture.
6 Winners
1 Winner from each of the 6 Categories will be chosen. Each Series winner will receive $2,000, the Moments winner will receive $1,000.
18 Shortlisted
3 Photographers from each of the 6 Categories will be chosen.
Submit your work and be recognized as one of the artists shaping the future of the medium, earning a place in our London and New York exhibitions in 2025.
2 Major Exhibitions: London & New York
All winning photographers will be exhibited at Photo London 2025, a photography fair which brings together the world's leading galleries, publishers and collectors, as well as an ambitious program of exhibitions, conversations, artist book signings and curated fair events.
Additionally, top winners will have their work showcased at the renowned Leica Gallery in New York City in 2025. This exclusive exhibition offers a unique opportunity for the winning photographers to gain international exposure in one of the world's most vibrant art scenes.
1 Discovery of the Year
The Discovery of the Year Photographer will receive $5,000 cash and a $5,000 credit for photographic equipment from MBP. Through this award, MPB reaffirms its commitment to nurturing and supporting photographers, providing them with the resources and recognition to further their career. Jurors: Sophie Collins, MBP; Jim Casper, LensCulture; Laura Sackett, LensCulture.
6 Winners
1 Winner from each of the 6 Categories will be chosen. Each Series winner will receive $2,000, the Moments winner will receive $1,000.
18 Shortlisted
3 Photographers from each of the 6 Categories will be chosen.
Featured Photo Contest
AAP Magazine #58 / B&W
$1,000 cash prizes | Winning image(s) published in AAP Magazine #58 | Extensive press coverage and global recognition
© Jean Michel Clajot
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