Free photography competition now open for entries – YOUR chance to win £2000 and an exhibition with Leica
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The Photography Foundation Awards 2026 have launched, offering photographers a chance to win £2,000 and an exhibition at Leica Gallery London. The UK's largest photography-focused charity invites submissions of photographs taken in 2026 for seven categories: Black & White, Portraits & People, Social Documentary, Street Photography, Wedding Photography, Music Photography, and Landscapes.
The overall winner will receive the £2,000 prize supported by Leica, while all entrants can submit one free entry, with additional funds supporting emerging creatives through the Foundation's initiatives. The 2025 competition received over 1,300 entries from photographers worldwide, featuring diverse styles and perspectives. Last year's winners include Tiffannie Roberts in the Wedding category, Le Thang for Social Documentary, Jamie Manfield in Street, Jon Dragonette in Portraits, Connie Burke in Music, and Harvey Tomlinson in Landscapes.
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