Photography Contest
Siena Creative Photo Awards 2026
Deadline |
04/01/26Theme |
Several ThemesTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to allEntry Fees |
30 EurosPrizes |
EquipmentHost |
Siena Awards
The Creative Photo Awards stands as a premier competition for professional and amateur photographers globally. Our international judging panel, comprised of distinguished photographers, editors, and industry experts, evaluates submissions with an eye for innovation and creativity.
Winners in the primary categories earn an exclusive invitation to the AWARDS CEREMONY and GALA, where they compete for the coveted title of "Photographer of the Year." The overall winner, as well as category winners, are presented with the prestigious PANGEA PRIZE crystal statuette.
The awards ceremony unfolds in a spectacular setting in Siena (Italy) at the Teatro dei Rinnovati theatre in October. This event reveals the "Photographer of the Year" and showcases the captivating award-winning imagery.
A captivating exhibition, named "I Wonder If You Can", featuring the Winning and Honorable Mention images, is hosted in the stunning city of Siena.
Prizes:
CREATIVE Photographer of the Year
€500.00 worth of photography equipment
"Pangea Prize" crystal statuette
A fixed fee of 400 euros to assist with accommodation expenses for two overnight stays in Siena during the Awards Ceremony weekend. The reimbursement will be processed after the winners' announcement
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Runway on the stage during the Awards Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the "I Wonder If You Can" Exhibition
Advertising in international press and on major online media
Publication in our online gallery
Image: © Andrew Rovenko
Winners in the primary categories earn an exclusive invitation to the AWARDS CEREMONY and GALA, where they compete for the coveted title of "Photographer of the Year." The overall winner, as well as category winners, are presented with the prestigious PANGEA PRIZE crystal statuette.
The awards ceremony unfolds in a spectacular setting in Siena (Italy) at the Teatro dei Rinnovati theatre in October. This event reveals the "Photographer of the Year" and showcases the captivating award-winning imagery.
A captivating exhibition, named "I Wonder If You Can", featuring the Winning and Honorable Mention images, is hosted in the stunning city of Siena.
Prizes:
CREATIVE Photographer of the Year
€500.00 worth of photography equipment
"Pangea Prize" crystal statuette
A fixed fee of 400 euros to assist with accommodation expenses for two overnight stays in Siena during the Awards Ceremony weekend. The reimbursement will be processed after the winners' announcement
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Runway on the stage during the Awards Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the "I Wonder If You Can" Exhibition
Advertising in international press and on major online media
Publication in our online gallery
Image: © Andrew Rovenko
Featured Photo Contest
AAP Magazine #56 / SHADOWS
$1,000 cash prizes | Winning image(s) published in AAP Magazine #56 | Website feature and International Press
© Francesco Pace Rizzi
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