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Sun, Apr 12
Rome Photo Lab 2026 – International Street Photography Competition
Fee: €15 / Prize: Exhibition
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Apr 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Fee: €15 / Prize: Exhibition
Theme: Street Photography. Rome Photo Lab is an international street photography competition. The street as a stage of life, focusing on the message and emotions that photographs convey. This year the competition offers two ways to participate: Single Shot and Series...
Sun, Apr 12
FREE ENTRY / Scan Tarragona - Talent Latent 2026
Fee: Free / Prize: Exhibition
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Apr 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Fee: Free / Prize: Exhibition
Theme: Metamorphosis. The SCAN Tarragona International Photography Festival opens the Talent Latent 2026 call for entries, aimed at exhibiting the work of creators from all over the world who have photography as their essential and preferred means of expression. The...
Sun, Apr 12
The Meitar Award for Excellence in Photography 2026
Fee: Yes / Prize: $14,000 Grant
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Apr 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Fee: Yes / Prize: $14,000 Grant
Theme: Open. The Meitar Award for Excellence in Photography, a collaboration between PHOTO IS:RAEL and the Zvi and Ofra Meitar Family Fund, will be awarded for the tenth time this year for a body of work that demonstrates excellence in the...
Sun, Apr 12
Pasadena Photography Art Photo - Photo Award 2026 Open Call
Fee: $42 / Prize: $2,000 + Publication
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Apr 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Fee: $42 / Prize: $2,000 + Publication
Theme: Open. Pasadena Photography Arts is pleased to announce an open call for our PPA Photo Award 2026: Excellence in Contemporary Photography (Open Theme). This annual award recognizes and promotes emerging photographers, with residence in the...
Sun, Apr 12
FREE ENTRY / León es Photo - Exhibitions 2026
Fee: Free / Prize: Exhibition
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Apr 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Fee: Free / Prize: Exhibition
Theme: Open. With the aim of encouraging and showcasing emerging talent, as well as providing all the necessary resources for the realization of artistic projects in the form of an exhibition, the Department of Cultural Action and Promotion of the...

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Dusk Gallery - "City" Photo Contest & Exhibition

• Dusk Photo Gallery • Deadline: April 16th, 2026 • Theme: City • Prize: Exhibition in Santa Fe (USA) + Sales • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE Cities are much more than physical spaces defined by architecture and infrastructure. They are vibrant ecosystems where countless human stories unfold every day. From early morning commutes to late-night wanderings, the urban environment constantly shapes and reflects the rhythm of daily life. Through this call for submiss

Black Box Gallery - Black and White Photo Contest & Exhibition Open Call

• Black Box Gallery • Deadline: April 10th, 2026 • Category: Black and White Photography • Prize: Exhibition in Portland (USA) + Sales • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE Black Box Gallery is proud to present an upcoming juried group exhibition devoted to black and white photography, inviting photographers to explore the expressive possibilities of this enduring photographic tradition. The exhibition seeks to highlight the creative potential of monochrome imagery an

Capri Foundation - Capri Photography Festival 2026

• Capri Foundation • Deadline: July 5th, 2026 • Theme: Journeys and Mirages • Prize: Exhibition in Capri (Italy) + Accommodation • Entry Fees: Free • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE In March 2026, Fondazione Capri launched an open call through its official channels, inviting photographers from around the world—both professionals and passionate amateurs—to engage with the evocative theme VIAGGI E MIRAGGI (Journeys and Mirages). This edition draws inspiration from a remarkable anniv

Mangrove Photo Awards 2026

• The Mangrove Action Project • Deadline: June 1st, 2026 • Category: Several Categories • Prize: $1,000 + Worldwide Exposure • Entry Fees: Free • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The Mangrove Photography Awards 2026, presented by the Mangrove Action Project, is a global photography competition that celebrates the extraordinary beauty, rich biodiversity, and delicate balance of mangrove ecosystems across the world. These unique coastal environments play a vital role in supporting wil

Sarajevo Photography Festival 2026- Call for Entries

• Sarajevo Photography Festival • Deadline: April 10th, 2026 • Category: Several Categories • Prize: €7,000 + Exhibition in Sarajevo (BiH) • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The Sarajevo Photography Festival (SPF) is an annual international photography event that takes place over the course of a month in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Established as a platform for artistic presentation and professional exchange, the festival brings together a diverse community o

Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026

• Nikon Comedy Wildlife Award • Deadline: June 30th, 2026 • Theme: Pet / Wildlife / Nature • Prize: Kenyan Safari for 2 + Camera Kit • Entry Fees: Free • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The competition is completely free to enter and welcomes absolutely everyone, no matter what camera brand you use. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned professional photographer or someone who just enjoys snapping pictures for fun—this contest is open to all. All you need is a funny photo or video

All About Photo Magazine - "Portrait" Photography Contest 2026

• All About Photo • Deadline: April 28th, 2026 • Category: Portrait Photography • Prize: $1,000 + Online Exhibition + Exposure • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE AAP Magazine #57 “Portrait” invites photographers to delve deeply into the essence of humanity that exists within every individual. From timeless studio portraits to the modern phenomenon of the selfie, portraiture has always been a powerful way to reveal emotion, identity, and connection. The most compell

The Impressum Photography Contest 2026 - Call for Entries

• Appennino Foto Festival • Deadline: April 26th, 2026 • Category: Several Categories • Prize: €3,900 Total Prizes + Exhibition in Italy • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The Impressum Photo Award 2026 is an international photography competition open to photographers from all over the world, welcoming participants regardless of nationality, experience level, or photographic style. The contest aims to provide a global platform where photographers can present their