LenstureCulture 2015 Photo Awards

The LensCulture Portrait Awards is the 2nd annual call for international portrait photography. The importance of portraiture is present in cultures across the world, illustrating the power and endurance of human connection. With over 145 countries represented on LensCulture, in over 15 languages, we’re seeking new global perspectives on the modern day portrait. This is an open call for portrait photography from around the world. 6 Winners and 25 Finalists will be chosen.

Exposure to over 500 photo industry insiders: curators, gallerists, editors, creative directors and publishers.

Be included in video projections at photo festivals around the world.

Over $10,000 in awards and opportunities for photographers to gain massive global exposure and career-changing recognition.

Chance for immediate exposure in the LensCulture Competition Gallery.

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Blipoint : Photo Urbe Contest

Urban photography definitely sparks a great deal of curiosity. Documenting and focussing on big metropolises allows us to gain insight into our society and the world we live in every day. Taking photographs of urban landscapes is irresistible to every photographer, professional or amateur. We invite you to participate in this contest, showing us how strange and interesting your daily urban life can be. You can take part with pictures taken using your SLR or your mobile phone.

• First prize: :1.200 euros cash to the author of the best image. 
• Second prize: Editing and design of a photography book. 
• Third prize: Exhibition with the 21 winning images from 15 to 22 October 2015, in the Niu space in Barcelona - Spain.

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Natural World Photography Competition 2015

BigPicture encourages photographers from around the world to contribute their work to this competition that will both celebrate and illustrate the rich diversity of life on Earth and inspire action to protect and conserve it through the power of imagery. Chaired by award-winning conservation photographer Suzi Eszterhas, this competition welcomes high-quality nature, wildlife and conservation images and is open to all photographers around the world. Enter your nature, wildlife and conservation images for a chance to win cash prizes and be exhibited at the California Academy of Sciences.

   

Adult Division: 

• One Grand Prize: $5,000 cash 
• One First Place Prize: $1,000 cash and Customized Award 
• One Runner Up Prize Up to Ten Honorable Mentions (at the Judging Jury’s discretion) 

Youth Division:

• One First Place Prize 
• One Runner-up Prize 
• Up to Ten Honorable Mentions (at the Judging Jury’s discretion) Eligibility: Open to all photographers, worldwide. Entry Fee: from $15-25 for adults and $5-15 for youth 

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Foto Flowers by Blipoint 2015 : Win iPad Mini

Flowers seem to be the subject of innumerable photographs. At some point or the other, many amateurs and professionals have looked to capture the beauty of nature. Flowers, especially, are a delight because of their colour and beauty; however, you can also take marvellous black and white photographs with a range of greys that is truly stunning. This contest is open to amateurs and professionals and is your chance to show how creative you can be while capturing the natural beauty of a flower.

Date of participation: from 19/01/2015 to 16/03/2015
Voting process: from 16/03/2015 to 13/04/2015
Contest closed: 13/04/2015

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Vevey International Photography Award 2015/2016

Vevey International Call for EntriesThe competition is open to professional artists and photographers or those in training.

The submitted project must be entirely achievable within a year from when the results of the competition are announced.

Eligibility  : Worldwide 18+
Entry Fee   : € 50

The applicant agrees that their participation is made public by the Fondation Vevey ville d’images where necessary.

The winners of the Awards and prizes agree to an exhibition as part of the Festival Images 2016. They should be present at the opening evening of the Festival.

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1st International Vellamo Photo Competition

Welcome to the 1st International Vellamo Photo Competition. The competition will be hosted in the luxury of the Maritime Centre Vellamo located in Kotka, in the Southeast Finland. 

The judges this year are a unique blend of Nikon ambassadors to accomplished graphic designers and digital artists. Our main category this opening year is 'Water'. Without it we simply could not exist. 

Water is an inspiration for many photographers in Kotka, which also holds true for photographers all around the world. Therefore we are excited to see your photos displayed here at Vellamo's Art Gallery, and see water how you perceive it. 

Besides the main theme, the competition has three other distinct categories which might inspire your artistic expression, so please check them out below.

Eligibility : Worldwide 18+
Entry Fee : 28€ Categories :

1. Water
2. Travel
3. Life
4. Open

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Talenthouse Photo Contest 2015 : WOMAN MAKE IT HAPPEN

THE BRIEF

Women make it happen. They are change makers, leaders, educators, and natural-born entrepreneurs. They lead by example and inspire entire generations. This year, the Trust Women Photo Award celebrates inspirational women who take the lead to further their families, communities and society at large.

Eligibility: Open to all photographers, worldwide.

Entry Fee: Free

Prizes: Out of the 10 finalists one selected photographer will receive:

The prestigious Trust Women Photo Award
A showcase of their photograph at the Trust Women Conference (taking place on November 9-10, 2015 in London)
An all expenses paid trip to attend a Mobile Journalism training course
The opportunity to have their portfolio reviewed by the Thomson Reuters Foundation multimedia team.

Watch the video for some inspiration and submit your photo today! Don’t forget to share your picture with your friends and your network on Twitter and Facebook with the hashtag #WomenMakeItHappen.

This Creative Invite consists of two rounds. Read more here. haryadi_gallery