| Copyright | Copyright of the images will remain at all times with the photographer. Images will be used strictly in connection to the awards and will not be used for any other marketing purposes other than to promote Urban Photo Fest. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide, 18+ |
| Finish | 30 September 2017 |
| Entry fee | £6.50 per image or £20 for four images. |
FinishedPrizes:
- First Prize: Fuji X100F 24.3 MP 3-Inch LCD CSC Camera with 23 mm f/2.0 Fujinon Lens Kit, Fujifilm X100F Premium Leather Case, Memory Card, Spare Battery plus a portfolio review.
- Second Prize – a place on the prestigious International Urban Photography Summer School at Goldsmiths, University of London
- Third Prize – a cash prize of £300
- A selection of 20 competition photographs including the winning images will be screened at Tate Britain during international festival conference in November 2017.
The competition is seeking outstanding urban photography.
Categories:
- Architecture: Architectural photography focuses on the surfaces, structures and forms of buildings and their associated environment.
- Objects: Objects oriented photography explores the urban world through things and materialities.
- People: People centred photography can include street and portraiture.
- Urban Landscape: Urban Landscape photography explores what is revealed and hidden within city spaces.
You can submit up to 4 images. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
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Frequently asked questions — Photography exhibition contests
Who can enter photography exhibition contests?
Most exhibition contests welcome photographers with cohesive bodies of work—emerging to mid-career artists. Some prioritize thematic series or conceptual depth; review curatorial guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the venue's vision.
Are exhibition contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $15–$50 per submission, with portfolio or series entries priced higher. Entry fees and early-bird discounts are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
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Frequently asked questions — International photography contests
Who can enter international photography contests?
Most international contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of nationality or experience level. Always verify eligibility on the official contest page—some restrict by age (18+), amateur/professional status, or thematic focus.
Are international photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$50 per image, with early-bird discounts often available. Entry fees and deadline tiers are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do international photography contests offer?
Prizes range from cash awards ($500–$25,000) to gallery exhibitions, publication features, professional gear, and artist residencies. Prestigious awards like the Sony World Photography Awards or IPA carry significant industry recognition.
How do I choose which international contest to enter?
Align your strongest work with the contest theme and review past winners to gauge aesthetic preferences. Confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), check rights clauses carefully, and prioritize contests whose mission matches your artistic goals.