Photography Contest
Landscape
Deadline |
03/07/26Theme |
LandscapeTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Contestants must 18 years old to participate and shall not be on the staff of The Motif Collective or an immediate family member of the staff.Entry Fees |
Between $12 and $36Prizes |
Cash PrizeHost |
The Motif CollectiveWe are pleased to announce our annual Landscape Photography Competition, an open call inviting photographers to share their unique perspectives on the natural world. This competition seeks images that capture not only the beauty of the landscape, but the sense of place, atmosphere, and moment that define it.
We encourage submissions that go beyond the obvious photographs that reflect thoughtful composition, intentional use of light, and an authentic connection to the environment. From sweeping vistas to subtle, intimate scenes, we welcome work that conveys mood, story, and spatial awareness within a single frame.
Entries will be evaluated by a panel of experienced jurors with attention to originality, visual impact, technical execution, and emotional resonance. Selected works will be featured in a curated exhibition and recognized through awards that honor both emerging and established photographers.
This competition is designed to celebrate the enduring relationship between land and observer. We invite photographers to slow down, look closely, and submit images that reveal landscapes as they are experienced—not just seen.
Share with us your best frames and moments showing your Landscape visions!
Cash Awards up to $10,000 for the Top Three Photographers.
First Place also receives:
A free copy of ON1 Photo RAW
First, Second and Third Place Winners will also receive:
Three free paid copies each of Retouch4Me's wonderful photo retouching plugins
You retain the copyright of your work.
Submissions will only be used for the sole purpose of judging and promoting competitions.
We encourage submissions that go beyond the obvious photographs that reflect thoughtful composition, intentional use of light, and an authentic connection to the environment. From sweeping vistas to subtle, intimate scenes, we welcome work that conveys mood, story, and spatial awareness within a single frame.
Entries will be evaluated by a panel of experienced jurors with attention to originality, visual impact, technical execution, and emotional resonance. Selected works will be featured in a curated exhibition and recognized through awards that honor both emerging and established photographers.
This competition is designed to celebrate the enduring relationship between land and observer. We invite photographers to slow down, look closely, and submit images that reveal landscapes as they are experienced—not just seen.
Share with us your best frames and moments showing your Landscape visions!
Cash Awards up to $10,000 for the Top Three Photographers.
First Place also receives:
A free copy of ON1 Photo RAW
First, Second and Third Place Winners will also receive:
Three free paid copies each of Retouch4Me's wonderful photo retouching plugins
You retain the copyright of your work.
Submissions will only be used for the sole purpose of judging and promoting competitions.
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