Photographers, find the open photography competition you've been looking for. Many of the photo contests and competitions we list feature cash awards and exhibition opportunities.
Monthly C4E Art Competition - December 2025
Add to FavoritesArtists/Photographers - Get showcased by the C4E directory and get noticed by jurors, gallerists, and art organizations from around the world by winning a featured spot on the C4E home page and in our next newsletter.
Cut. Paste. Transform.
Add to FavoritesPhotoPlace Gallery invites photographers to submit photo-based collages of any kind—digital, analog, sculptural, or experimental. Explore identity, history, narrative, or contemporary issues...
İstanbul Photo Awards 2026
Call to professional photographers worldwide to showcase their best images across ten dynamic categories. The contest supports visual storytelling with global exposure. Remarkable cash prizes; 58,000 USD in total.
2026 ZEKE Awards
For the 7th year, the Social Documentary Network presents the ZEKE Awards in two categories: Documentary Photography and Systemic Change. The 1st place winner in each category receives $2500 US and gets published in ZEKE.
The Homiens Art Prize
Add to FavoritesThe Homiens Art Prize, which awards over $12,000 USD annually to artists, is a globally recognized award that elevates art careers to new heights. Open to all art forms and artists internationally.
2026 NCOA National Photography Awards
Add to FavoritesThe National Council on Aging (NCOA) invites photographers from the United States to capture older adults 60+ who thrive through family bonds, friendships, and community involvement.
