TDM Awards 2025 shines a light on the boldest voices in contemporary street photography — offering a global platform for photographers who push the boundaries of visual storytelling in public spaces. This year’s competition invites emerging and established talents to share their most compelling street moments with an international audience.

A distinguished panel of four world-class judges — Siegfried Hansen, Melissa O’Shaughnessy, Kiran Karnani, and Mark Makela — will review all submissions and handpick the most outstanding works. Winners will receive international recognition, valuable cash prizes, and exposure through TDM’s global network.

Our goal is to elevate underrepresented voices and provide a meaningful showcase for artists who see the world in striking and unconventional ways. The contest welcomes all forms of candid street photography, from vibrant urban scenes to quiet, contemplative moments — as long as they capture the essence of life in public spaces.

Join us in celebrating the power of photography to document, provoke, and inspire.

Awards will include:

- 1st $1,000 US
- 2nd $600 US
- 3rd $400 US
- Finalists (4th–14th): €100 + Certificate + Global Exposure

Finalists, winners, and editor’s choice will be published in the TDM Awards 2025 Photobook.

Photo credit: Helen Levitt