9. Travel Photographer of the Year
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
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
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
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
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)
