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Cortona On The Move / BarTur Photography Grant
In a move set to reshape the landscape of documentary funding, two heavyweights of the photography world, the Cortona On The Move festival and the BarTur Photo Award, have joined forces to launch the Cortona On The Move | BarTur Grant 2026. Supported by the Visual Storytellers Fund, this new
CVCEPHOTO International Mountain Activity Photo Contest 2026
The 12th edition of the CVCEPHOTO International Mountain Activity Photo Contest is accepting entries. Organised by the historic Club Vasco de Camping Elkartea, this prestigious competition invites photographers worldwide to capture the adrenaline, beauty, and spirit of non-motorised mountain sports. The Theme: Mountain Activity Unlike general landscape competitions, CVCEPHOTO demands
Ocean Geographic Pictures of the Year 2026
The Ocean Geographic Society has launched the 13th edition of its prestigious Ocean Geographic Pictures of the Year (OGPICOTY) competition, opening the floodgates for the world’s most compelling marine imagery. With a total prize pool valued at over US$110,000 and a mission to “inspire love and conservation” for the blue
Camera Clara Photo Award 2026
The Prix Camera Clara, one of the few international photography competitions exclusively dedicated to the art of large-format photography, has officially opened its call for entries for the 2026 edition. Established in 2012 under the patronage of Joséphine de Bodinat Moreno, the award seeks to champion the slow, deliberate, and
Vienna International Photography Award 2026
The Vienna International Photo Award (VIEPA) is open for the 2026 season, marking the 6th edition of this prestigious European competition. Guided by the motto “The peaceful Power of Photography unites Nations, Peoples and Continents,” the award invites professional and amateur photographers from every corner of the globe to submit
Aurea Photogallery – Open Call – Open Frame
Aurea Photo Gallery has announced its first major open call of the year, “Open Frame,” inviting photographers worldwide to submit work that defies categorisation. Running from February 6 to March 5, 2026, this curated online exhibition is designed as a “blank canvas” for visual artists, welcoming everything from experimental abstracts
The Photojournalism Prize 2026
The Photojournalism Prize (PJP), an international competition dedicated to “honouring powerful editorial and documentary photography that shapes how we understand the world”, is accepting entries. Founded by Hossein Farmani, the visionary behind the renowned Lucie Awards and the International Photography Awards (IPA), the PJP is designed to counter the rising
SE Center for Photography – Color Call for Entries
The Southeast Center for Photography (SEC4P) has officially announced its call for entries for the “Color 2026” exhibition. Photographers from around the world are invited to submit their work for a chance to be featured in the Center’s virtual gallery and extensive online showcase. The exhibition seeks to celebrate colour
Anthology Photography Competition 2026
Anthology Magazine, the internationally acclaimed publication known for its celebration of art, travel, and culture, has officially opened entries for its 2026 Anthology Photography Competition. Photographers from around the globe are invited to submit their work for a chance to win a cash prize and prestigious editorial coverage. The 2026
Umbra Photography Awards 2026
The Umbra International Photography Awards, one of the most visually distinct competitions in the global circuit, has officially opened its call for entries for the 4th Edition (2026). The awards are searching for visionaries capable of pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. With the 2026 cycle now active, the competition
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