Award-winning photographers all started somewhere – these are the 10 photo contests to enter this August
These international photography contests want to see your images and are open to photographers of all levels
Award-winning photographers often begin their journey by participating in photo contests, which offer exposure, recognition, and the opportunity to refine their personal style. These competitions cater to photographers of all levels, from seasoned professionals to beginners. The Jamma Conservation & Communities' Living with Wildlife Photography Competition, open until August 16, invites photographers aged 18+ to submit entries free of charge.
The RMetS Weather Photographer of the Year 2026, accepting submissions until August 20, encourages participants to capture striking weather images in action, with categories for smartphone-captured images and a Climate Award. The Ilminster Arts Centre Photography Open Competition, which closes on August 29, welcomes photographers of all levels to submit photos taken within the last 24 months in the UK.
The theme is open, with prizes including an exclusive exhibition and the Brian Black Memorial Award, with a £3,000 prize pool, awarded to the winning article, camera equipment, and a charity contribution. The Botanical Photographer of the Year, with a September 30 deadline, focuses on Britain and Ireland's wild plants, offering categories like Intrepid, Inquisitive, Inclusive, Open, and Young Botanical Photographer of the Year.
Lastly, the Travel Photographer of the Year, with an August 30 deadline, invites photographers of all levels living in the UK to submit images under the theme "Our Inspiring Seas," with categories for adults, articles, and juniors.
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