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International Photography Awards (IPA) has opened applications for its Photography Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
IPA Photography Competition 2026, organized by the International Photography Awards (IPA) is a global photography competition open to professionals, amateurs, and students.The competition aims to discover new talent, celebrate creativity, and honor outstanding photographers worldwide.
Professional Category Winners:
$1,000 cash each (11 winners).
Two tickets to the Lucie Awards Gala (NYC).
Eligible for International Photographer of the Year ($10,000 prize).
Work displayed in “Best of Show” exhibitions and annual IPA book.
Non-Professional Category Winners:
$500 shared among winners (11 winners).
Two tickets to the Lucie Awards Gala.
Eligible for Discovery of the Year ($5,000 prize).
Work displayed in exhibitions and annual IPA book.
Open to photographers 18+ years old from any country.
Professionals: full-time, published, or members of professional groups.
Non-professionals: those not meeting professional criteria.
Students: enrolled in any educational program (not limited to photography).
Submissions must be digital (.jpg, RGB, max 4 MB).
No signatures, stamps, or identifying marks allowed.
Submit entries online via the IPA website.
Create/sign up for an account and upload digital photos.
Apply for International Photography Awards (IPA) Photography Competition
