San Francisco Bay International Photography Awards

Close on May 13, 2020

Host: San Francisco Bay Month of Photography

Territory: Worldwide

Theme: Open

Eligibility: The competition is open to everyone, worldwide

Entry Fees: $35/3images

Prize: Exhibition

Open to all photographers worldwide, the theme is open. Be a part of the San Francisco Bay Month of Photography.

$3,000 in prizes.

Gold and Silver Award winners featured in Bokeh Bokeh Photo Magazine and displayed during the celebration reception.

Gallery Award winners featured in a gallery exhibit throughout the Month of Photography and showcased at the celebration reception. Portfolio Award winners receive solo features in Bokeh Bokeh Photo.

Put your work in front of a jury of highly influential members of the photography community.

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