The Penn Institute for Urban Research invites photographers and visual storytellers worldwide to participate in our ninth annual photo contest, Gather: The Power of Place-based Connection. This year, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we also celebrate the essential role cities play in bringing people together. Urban gathering takes countless forms: • In parks, where […]
Çaglayan (Chaghlayan) Magazine invites all young photographers to submit work that uniquely reflects the theme of peace or peace-building efforts on a local or global scale. Theme: he theme of the photography contest is ‘Culture of Coexistence’. It aims to emphasize that it is possible and beautiful to live together despite differences such as ethnicity, […]
We are excited to announce our Self Portrait call for photography. The act of creating a self portrait is an important process for an artist. Self portraits reveal stories, it’s an exploration of identity, it’s an intimate glimpse into the life of the artist. As we explore image and personal identity, we gain insight into […]
Black & White Photo Awards 2025 continues its mission to recognize and reward outstanding talent in monochrome photography. With five thematic categories —Architecture, Street, Fauna and Flora, Portrait, and Landscape— photographers from around the world can showcase their creativity and vision. This year, the contest reaches new heights with an expanded prize pool valued at […]
We see and experience the world in color. It surrounds us, influences our emotions, and shapes our daily lives. Colors have the power to uplift, inspire, and transform ordinary moments into something extraordinary. They create moods, tell stories, and allow us to see the world from new perspectives. Whether it’s the bold contrast of urban […]
Türkiye Mobile Photo Awards (TMPA) is an international competition dedicated to celebrating the art of mobile photography and encouraging creative expression through smartphone lenses. Entering its second year, and supported by the main sponsorship of Türk Telekom, TMPA invites photographers of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds—whether emerging or established—who create compelling works using mobile devices. […]
Deadline: 30 June 2025
Entry fee: 1 submission: $2.5 2-4 submissions: $4 5-9 submissions: $5 10-14 submissions: $7 15-25 submissions: $9 Fees will remain the same throughout the entire competition period.
Chania International Photo festival has been created by Blank Wall Gallery. Its aim is to gather more than 500 photographers from around the world each year, turning the town of Chania into an international centre of artistic expression focusing on photography. During the last seven years, we managed to make this festival an established international […]
Now in its 54th year, the prestigious National Wildlife® Photo Contest celebrates wildlife, habitats and the natural world, with an emphasis on conservation and ethical photography honoring the well-being of animals in the wild. All entries support the National Wildlife Federation’s conservation mission, which is dedicated to saving wildlife species and habitats. Amateur and professional […]
Deadline: 23 March 2025
Entry fee: Enter up to 15 photos for $25 (BEST VALUE, includes free one-year digital subscription to National Wildlife magazine) / Enter up to 10 photos for $20 / Enter one photo for $15 / Enter one Portfolio for $20 (can be combined with any other entry package)
The Mountain Photo Essay Competition is a program of Mountain Culture at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. We promote understanding and appreciation of the world’s mountain places by creating opportunities for people to share and find inspiration in mountain experiences, ideas, and visions. The competition format is the photo essay. At its simplest, the […]
Decagon Gallery invites photographers from around the world to submit their work for our upcoming online exhibition, A BURST OF COLOR. This exhibition celebrates the vibrant and dynamic power of color in photography. Whether it’s the bold hues of a cityscape, the subtle gradients of a sunrise, or the electric energy of abstract compositions, we’re […]
Deadline: 30 April 2025
Entry fee: $20 for 4 images, then $4 for each additional image.
