2026 New York Photography Awards

The New York Photography Awards is an annual international competition that invites photographers of all levels—professional, amateur, and student—to submit their work. Open to participants aged 18 and over from anywhere in the world, entries must be created within the last five years (2021‑2026). The competition features 13 categories, including Advertising, Architecture, Commercial, Editorial, Fashion, Film, Fine Art, Minimalist, Nature, People, Black & White, and special categories such as Event and Mobile Photography. Entries are judged blind on originality, creativity, technical execution, subject relevance, and overall impact. Winners receive cash prizes (up to $7,600), a New York Statuette, and extensive media exposure through the awards’ website, partner sites, and social media. The competition runs online, with entry periods from early‑bird to final extension, and winners are announced on December 11, 2026.

Cash prizes up to $7,600, New York Statuette, winner features, press release, social media spotlight, gallery showcase, and digital certificates.

Open to photographers aged 18+ worldwide; works must be created within the last five years (2021‑2026).