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• 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” calls on photographers to explore the many dimensions of human identity through portrait photography. From classical studio setups to contemporary self-portraiture, the genre continues to evolve while remaining rooted in its ability to capture emotion, character, and connection.

• Homiens • Deadline: April 29th, 2026 • Category: Art and Photography • Prize: $24,000 Awarded Annually + Exhibition • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE No matter where you are in your artistic journey—whether you are just beginning to carve out your voice or are already an established creator seeking new heights—the Homiens Art Prize offers a transformative opportunity to elevate your career on a global stage. Built on the principles of merit, inclusivity, and art

• The Global Peace Photo Award • Deadline: May 24th, 2026 • Theme: What Does Peace Look Like? • Prize: €11,000 in Prizes + Exhibition in Austria • Entry Fees: Free • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The Global Peace Photo Award, previously known as the Alfred Fried Photography Award, is an internationally recognized initiative dedicated to promoting peace through the power of photography. It is organized by Edition Lammerhuber in close collaboration with a wide network of esteemed p

• NYC4PA • Deadline: April 19th, 2026 • Theme: Luminosity (The Impact of Light) • Prize: $4,000 Prize Pool + Online Exhibition • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE From light meters to backlighting, from deep shadow to blinding glare, photography is defined by an ongoing dialogue with light. It is shaped not only by illumination, but by darkness, contrast, and the spaces in between. A celebrated photograph of Grand Central Station captures sunlight pouring through th

• PhotoPlace Gallery • Deadline: May 4th, 2026 • Theme: After Dark: Night, Sky, and Shadow • Prize: Exhibition in Vermont (USA) + Sales • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE PhotoPlace Gallery invites photographers to submit their work for After Dark , a juried exhibition dedicated to images created during the nighttime hours, from dusk through dawn. This exhibition seeks to highlight the artistic possibilities that emerge when natural light fades and new visual narra

• New York Center for Photographic Arts • Deadline: June 7th, 2026 • Theme: From A Seed...A World of Botanicals • Prize: $4,000 Prize Pool + Online Exhibition • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE The New York Center for Photographic Art (NYC4PA) invites photographers world-wide to submit images using any photographic process (print, image transfer, emulsion transfer, encaustic, black and white, color etc.). Winners will receive a total of $4,000 in cash awards, be fe

• Decagon Gallery • Deadline: May 3rd, 2026 • Theme: This Is a Person • Prize: $1,000 Prize Pool + Online Exhibition • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE Portraiture often begins at the surface—at the face, the body, the visible markers of identity. But this exhibition is concerned with what cannot be easily seen, defined, or named. It asks: what lies beneath the image? We are looking for photographs that move beyond representation and into suggestion—images that hin

• Decode Gallery • Deadline: April 25th, 2026 • Theme: Home • Prize: Exhibition in Tucson + Sales + Exposure • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE Decode Gallery is excited to announce a new call for entry under the theme HOME , inviting artists to examine and reinterpret one of the most universal yet deeply personal concepts. While commonly associated with physical spaces, home extends far beyond architecture—it encompasses memory, identity, relationships, and emotio

• Grenze-Arsenali Fotografici • Deadline: April 30th, 2026 • Theme: Open • Prize: €1,000 + Exhibition + 2-Night Stay in Italy • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE There are no thematic guidelines or age limitations for participation, allowing complete creative freedom for applicants. A professional jury will carefully review all submissions and ultimately select three artists. The chosen projects will be featured in a curated exhibition overseen by Simone Azzoni and

• Flow Trip Magazine / Kodak • Deadline: April 24th, 2026 • Theme: Film, Surf, Nature, Energy and Oneness • Prize: $50,000 in Cash Prizes + Feature • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE With $50,000 in total पुरस्कारs on the table, this is an exciting opportunity for photographers of all levels to showcase their work. Participation is open to anyone with access to a camera—whether that’s a professional setup, a mobile phone, or even a simple disposable camera. Artists

• Milano Photo Awards 2026 + Nikon • Deadline: August 15th, 2026 • Category: C ontemporary Photography • Prize:  €30,000 in Prizes + Nikon Z50II Camera + Exhibition • Entry Fees: Yes • REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE What distinguishes the Milano Photo Awards is a philosophy rooted in inclusivity and recognition. The competition celebrates its winners, but it also recognizes the importance of every photographer who contributes their vision and creativity to the event. All registered

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• 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 • 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 • 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

• 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 • 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 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 • 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