Communication Arts - 2026 Photography Competition

Enter the most prestigious competition for creativity in photography, the Communication Arts Photography Competition — now open for entries for 2025.

Any photograph, originating from any country, first published or produced from March 2025 through March 2026 is eligible.

Selected by a nationally representative jury of distinguished designers, art directors and photographers, the winning entries will be distributed worldwide in the Communication Arts Photography Annual, in print and digital editions, and on commarts.com, assuring important exposure to the creators of this outstanding work. As a service to art directors, designers and art buyers, a comprehensive index will carry contact information of the photographers represented.

Each winning entrant will receive a personalized Award of Excellence and award certificates issued for firms, individuals and clients.

CA’s Award of Excellence is one of the most-coveted awards in the industry. If chosen, winning places you in the highest ranks of your profession.