A prize year
One of the best ways to challenge yourself photographically is to enter competitions. Luckily, there are dozens out there this year for you to choose from, no matter your genre, style or level.
Wading through the sheer number of awards available can be a little daunting, so we’ve chosen some highlights for the year ahead, picking out 20 important competitions for you to consider.
You’ll find all the crucial information you need, including entry dates, where to enter your work and entry fees. We’ve also spoken to a number of judges and organisers who share some top tips to help your work stand out from the crowd. Some of the information was subject to change as we went to press, so it’s always worth double-checking deadlines on individual competition websites to ensure that you don’t miss out.
With cash, equipment and kudos up for grabs, there’s never been a better time to put your work forward for an award – all you have to decide is how many to enter.
Amateur Photographer of the Year
Opens March 2020
Closes November 2020
Entry fee Free entry per round, £2 thereafter
Prizes TBC
Website amateurphotographer.com
ABOUT Of course we could only kick off the top 20 list with our very own competition. Amateur Photographer of the Year – known as APOY – is a points-based competition, where photographers can take home prizes for each round, culminating in the overall winner being awarded the top prize at the end of the year. Last year, that accolade went to Caron Steele who proved she had the prowess to excel at a variety of different subjects. But who will go the distance this year? This is a competition which will push you to try genres and subjects outside of your comfort zone, which can only be of benefit to your photography.
