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About World Photography Organization
World Photography Organisation is a leading global platform dedicated to the development and advancement of photographic culture. Its programming and competition initiatives provide valuable opportunities for artists working in photography and help broaden the conversation around their work.
The Sony World Photography Awards is World Photography Organisation’s principal programme. Established in 2007, it is one of the world’s biggest and most prestigious photography competitions; celebrating the work of leading and emerging practitioners and attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually to its exhibitions worldwide.
World Photography Organisation is the photography strand of Creo, responsible for delivering initiatives and programming across three sectors: photography, film and contemporary art.
About competition
The Sony World Photography Awards is the leading competition for photographers and artists working in photography. Made up of four competitions (Professional, Open, Student and Youth), all entries are free and the top prize is $25,000. The Awards are regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious photography competitions by elevating photographers’ careers – from established to emerging – since it started 16 years ago.
Requirement
- Free to enter and open to anyone submitting single images taken in 2022
- Ten diverse categories to enter
- Awards for category winners plus up to 15 shortlisted photographers per category
- One overall winner receives the Open Photographer of the Year title [ ]
- Please see 'Rules' below for full image eligibility criteria
- Deadline is January 6, 2023 at 13.00 GMT
