Photography Contest

SITTP Street Photography Competition 2026.
Deadline |
07/31/26Theme |
Street PhotographyTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to allEntry Fees |
£1 Per entryPrizes |
OtherHost |
SITTPShowcase your creativity and celebrate the art of street photography by entering STREET Photography Competition, an exciting international photography competition dedicated to capturing life in its rawest and most authentic moments.
From striking candid portraits to powerful urban scenes, this is your opportunity to share your vision, gain recognition, and have your work seen by leading judges and photographers from around the world.
Whether you’re an experienced street photographer or just discovering your passion for capturing everyday moments, this competition is the perfect platform to challenge yourself and inspire others.
Our judges will be looking for excellence of technique and the strength of the narrative.
Improve your chances of success by considering the following:
Presentation is everything – add borders, crop effectively (your images do not need to be the shape that comes out of your camera), avoid distractions in the image, and spend some time processing your photographs.
Weather can add drama and atmosphere—use it creatively.
Presentation matters: add borders or subtle edits to elevate your images.
Ready to showcase your talent?
£1 per image – Enter as many as you like!
Prizes
Overall Winner – One year Free Membership of any of our Societies, which includes entry to all membership-only competitions, unrestricted access to our members' photography forum, listing on our directory, image mentoring, qualifications and distinctions through image submissions, plus the digital magazine Professional Imagemaker for 12 months.
2nd and 3rd Place – Six months Free Membership of any of our Societies, which includes entry to all membership-only competitions, unrestricted access to our members' photography forum, listing on our directory, image mentoring, qualifications and distinctions through image submissions, plus the digital magazine Professional Imagemaker for 6 months.
No cash alternatives will be given.
From striking candid portraits to powerful urban scenes, this is your opportunity to share your vision, gain recognition, and have your work seen by leading judges and photographers from around the world.
Whether you’re an experienced street photographer or just discovering your passion for capturing everyday moments, this competition is the perfect platform to challenge yourself and inspire others.
Our judges will be looking for excellence of technique and the strength of the narrative.
Improve your chances of success by considering the following:
Presentation is everything – add borders, crop effectively (your images do not need to be the shape that comes out of your camera), avoid distractions in the image, and spend some time processing your photographs.
Weather can add drama and atmosphere—use it creatively.
Presentation matters: add borders or subtle edits to elevate your images.
Ready to showcase your talent?
£1 per image – Enter as many as you like!
Prizes
Overall Winner – One year Free Membership of any of our Societies, which includes entry to all membership-only competitions, unrestricted access to our members' photography forum, listing on our directory, image mentoring, qualifications and distinctions through image submissions, plus the digital magazine Professional Imagemaker for 12 months.
2nd and 3rd Place – Six months Free Membership of any of our Societies, which includes entry to all membership-only competitions, unrestricted access to our members' photography forum, listing on our directory, image mentoring, qualifications and distinctions through image submissions, plus the digital magazine Professional Imagemaker for 6 months.
No cash alternatives will be given.
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