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Deadline: July 31, 2025
PHOTOLAR 17th: Celebrations and Traditions Worldwide
Gráficas LAR is hosting their 17th PHOTOLAR photography contest and calling for entries from all parts of the world. The subject for 2025 is “Celebrations and Traditions Worldwide” and eligible for entry are images that convey the essence of traditions or celebrations worldwide. The winner will be awarded a 400 Euro cash prize, and his/her name will be printed in the whole 2026 Gráficas LAR calendar. The winner will also be the author of the twelve pictures that will illustrate the photo c
Deadline: July 31, 2025
Patterns in the Wild
Whether found in the fractals of a fern, the geometry of city grids, the textures of rust and decay, or the symmetry in animal markings—patterns speak a universal language. They reveal order in chaos, beauty in randomness, and design where we least expect it. ​ Benefits: The First Place entry will be offered a free Solo Exhibit in the gallery's Featured section. Digital badges will be awarded to all participants and Certificates will be given to the First, Second and Third plac
Deadline: August 08, 2025
Travel Photography
Travel photography is all about capturing the spirit of adventure, the beauty of distant places, and the stories that unfold across borders. Our Travel Photography Contest invites photographers from around the world to share their most powerful images taken on the road, in the wild, or deep within unfamiliar cultures.
Deadline: August 12, 2025
OD Photo Prize 2025
Open Doors Gallery is delighted to invite you to submit your projects to OD Photo Prize 2025. For over a decade now, ODG has dedicated itself to the discovery & mentorship of early career artists working across the full spectrum of contemporary photography. From Kensuke Koike's sculptural alchemy to Maria Lax's iconic and cinematic storytelling, right through to pioneers in new areas of photographic art such as Sander Coers. Over the past decade the gallery has exhibited these artists widely
Deadline: August 13, 2025
Waters Art Competition
We are pleased to announce our 2nd Waters online Art Competition for the month of August 2025. This is an open-theme competition, inviting artists from around the world to submit their work. All artistic styles and mediums are welcome for consideration. In addition to the selected artists, the jury will select award winners in the following art categories: painting, photography, sculpture. All selected artists will receive a digital award certificate. An article about each artist will b
Deadline: August 15, 2025
2025 Community Photography Contest
The Cazenovia Preservation Foundation is excited to announce the return of our Photography Contest—open to photographers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding hobbyist, we invite you to showcase your unique perspective on our area’s natural beauty. We invite you to submit your original work on the theme: “Capturing the Essence of Our Community.” Winning photo will be published Prizes will be awarded for winners in the following categories:
Deadline: August 31, 2025
Botanicals
Celebrate the rich and varied beauty of plant life. From wild landscapes to cultivated gardens, from macro studies to abstract interpretations, we welcome all photographic approaches that explore the visual poetry of the botanical world ​ Benefits: The First Place entry will be offered a free Solo Exhibit in the gallery's Featured section. Digital badges will be awarded to all participants and Certificates will be given to the First, Second and Third place entries plus the two Ho
Deadline: September 01, 2025
The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2025
The Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant is an international photographic competition for young photographers who are 24 years of age or under, or anyone who is studying in a full-time photographic course. Entrants must submit a portfolio of 12 images and a clear proposal of a project they would undertake if they received the grant. What recipients receive The recipient will receive £10,000 towards their chosen project Publication of images by our media partner The Guardian Loan of Canon eq
Deadline: September 01, 2025
Angry Whale Photo Zine Awards
Introducing the inaugural Angry Whale Photo Zine Awards — a celebration of independent photo zines. Entries will be reviewed by Sean Rayford and at least two other photographers/zine makers. Awards: 1st Place: $200 USD / Ultimate button pack 2nd & 3rd Place: Award Certificates / Cool button pack
Deadline: September 12, 2025
Portrait Photography
Portrait photography is all about capturing the soul behind the eyes — the quiet strength, the untold stories, the fleeting emotions that make each human unique. Whether you work in natural light, studio setups, or spontaneous street portraits, this is your chance to showcase your ability to reveal the depth and personality of your subjects.
Deadline: September 15, 2025
Youth Open Call: The Power of Self-Portraiture
The Lucie Foundation is proud to launch a new Open Call: Youth Open Call: The Power of Self-Portraiture In partnership with Las Fotos Project, we are proud to announce our first completely free youth focused open call for teenage girls & gender-expansive youth. Now accepting applications from artists aged 12-18 years old. Be a part of an exhibition featuring self-portraits and personal narratives that reflect identity, growth, and self-love! Winners and finalists will be part of a group exhi
Deadline: September 15, 2025
The Dreamers 2025
The RÊVE association is announcing the opening of applications for the 2025 edition of The Dreamers photography competition, aimed at teenagers aged 12 to 16. From 1 April, young photographers will be able to submit their entries via the official website www.kids.thedreamers.life. The call for entries will close on 15 September 2025. The Dreamers competition: a springboard for young talent The Dreamers competition was created to meet a key need: to offer teenagers aged 12 to 16 a platform fo
Deadline: September 30, 2025
The Planet We Call Home
From the vast deserts and dense rainforests to bustling city streets and remote mountain villages, Planet Earth invites photographers to explore the extraordinary diversity of life and land on our planet. ​ Benefits: The First Place entry will be offered a free Solo Exhibit in the gallery's Featured section. Digital badges will be awarded to all participants and Certificates will be given to the First, Second and Third place entries plus the two Honorable Mentions. The exhibitio
Deadline: October 06, 2025
W. Eugene Smith Student Grant 2025
The W. Eugene Smith Grant for Student Photographers is designed to encourage and support students whose photographic work renews the tradition of W. Eugene Smith’s dedicated compassion as evidenced during his 45-year career as a photographic essayist. Special consideration will be given to work that promotes social change, that embraces new technologies and image distribution, and that seeks to integrate the tradition of photography and social change with contemporary practice. The judges will
Deadline: October 12, 2025
Black and White
Our Black and White Photo Contest invited photographers to showcase their creativity and vision without thematic constraints—the only rule was that the final image had to be in black and white. From dramatic landscapes to intimate portraits or urban scenes, the submissions revealed the power of monochrome storytelling. The best 25 photos will be recognized. The 1st place get 15% of all the money collected, 2nd place 10% and 3rd place 5%. The best 15 photos will get a customized feedback fro
Deadline: October 24, 2025
In Frame 2025: Barnsley Young Photographers Award
Barnsley Civic are proud to announce the third annual Barnsley Young Photographers Award, in partnership with Photoworks. Photoworks champions photography for everyone; commissioning new photography, producing exhibitions and publishing books. They are an international platform, global in reach, and have provided opportunities for artists and audiences since 1995. The Barnsley Young Photographers Award is committed to the development of artists aged up to 30 years old, living in, studying
Deadline: January 06, 2026
Sony World Photography Awards 2026 - Youth
Open to photographers aged 19 and under. Entry is free and you could win top Sony Digital Imaging equipment, inclusion in the London exhibition and the annual book - plus more! Competition runs from 1 June 2025 to 6 January 2026 Photographers can enter up to three images relating to a theme Judges will select a shortlist of up to 10 photographers Shortlist compete for Youth Photographer of the Year title Overall winner receives Youth Photographer of the Year title and Sony digital imagi
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