Photography competitions to enter in 2017

9. Travel Photographer of the Year

David Oliete

David Oliete

Journey beyond postcard scenes to win the £4,000 ($4,900) prize. Whether you shoot landscapes, food, architecture or people, the organisers say that the competition is about fun and adventure. Previously commended winners have been catapulted into the limelight of the industry – so challenge yourself to get out there and view the world with fresh eyes.

More info

Visit: www.tpoty.com

Entry date: 1st May 2017

Closing date: 1st October 2017

(dates still to be confirmed)

10. International Photography Awards

Marinka Masséus

Marinka Masséus

This global contest is great at recognising new (and established) photography talent. The winners in each category – there are nine including Best Photography Book, Nature and People – are invited to a glitzy awards night and awarded cash prizes totalling $22,500 (£18,000)! The shortlisted photos will be part of a New York exhibition.

More info

Visit: www.photoawards.com

Entry date: Open Now

Closing date: August 2017

(dates still to be confirmed)

11. Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year

Yu Jun

Yu Jun

Search for the most spectacular visions of the cosmos in this free astrophotography contest. The main prize has soared to £10,000 ($12,000) and there are nine categories, spanning from Aurorae and Galaxies to People and Space. Why not start by capturing night skyscapes close to home? Check out the previous winners, and you’ll soon be reaching for the stars. 

More info

Visit: www.rmg.co.uk

Entry date: January/February 2017

Closing date: April 2017

(dates still to be confirmed)

12. British Wildlife Photography Awards

George Stoyle

George Stoyle

Enter photos of your favourite British animals and habitats here. 15 different categories cover the usual suspects like British Seasons, Animal Portraits and Behaviour, and there’s a special section for HD video. Up to 40 images costs £35, but youth entries are free. The overall winner gets £5,000 ($6,000), and there are camera prizes on offer for the category victors.

More info

Visit: www.bpawards.prg

Entry date: February 2017

Closing date: April 2017

(dates still to be confirmed)

13. The AOP Photography Awards

Kelvin Murray

Kelvin Murray

The Open AOP awards are (as the name suggests) open to everyone. Whether you enter an award-winning video or up to four shots in a photo series, your subject can be completely up to you, as there are no categories or themes to choose between. The final photos are included in the AOP’s Beyond the Lens Festival in London.

More info

Visit: www.the-aop.org

Entry date: March 2017

Closing date: August 2017

(dates still to be confirmed)