What are the most popular and important photography contests and exhibitions in the world?

 Contests are an excellent way for photographers to earn recognition, learn from their peers, hone skills, and also earn prizes in cash or kind. But, with so many photography contests happening around the year, choosing the ones worth your time and effort can be difficult. So, here are some most popular photography contests in the world that you can participate in.

Sony World Photography Awards

It’s not just one of the world’s leading photography competitions but also free to participate in. It offers an extensive platform to showcase your photography talent to the world. And, it’s for everyone, whether you are a professional, student or a teen can participate in this competition. It has the power to shape your career if you are interested in photography.

iPhone Photography Awards

For people who love capturing the world around them with a mobile device, especially with an iPhone or iPad, this is the most respected photography contest you can enter. There are many categories to send your entries. It’s a perfect launchpad for a career in iPhone photography as well as discovering your photography strengths.

Istanbul Photo Awards

Compared to other competitions, Istanbul Photo Awards are relatively young. But, the quality of the images submitted has brought them in league with the most respected competitions in the industry. Organized by the Anadolu Agency, a news organization the award is aimed to strengthen news photography. If you are a photojournalist, this contest is definitely worth a try!

ND Awards – Neutral Density Photography Awards

Presented by ND magazine, this highly acclaimed photography award is a perfect place for both professional and amateur photographers. You can compete in six main categories like architecture, nature, fine art, and portrait photography. Professional photographers get an extra category to submit their photographs, which is not available for amateurs.

Monochrome Awards

If you are more inclined towards black and white photography, then this is the right competition for you. There are more than 13 categories to enter and winners get a certificate, exhibition of their work, and also mention in the Monochrome Photography Awards Annual Book.

There are many more prestigious photography contests in the world. It’s always good to participate in them so you can learn and better yourself in the art of photography at each step.