Organizer: International Photography Awards (IPA)

Location: Global

Deadline: June 30, 2026 (final submission deadline)

Competition Category: Advertising Photography, Analog/Film Photography, Architectural Photography, Book Photography, Editorial/Press Photography, Event Photography, Fine Art Photography, Nature Photography, People Photography, Sports Photography, Special Photography

Eligibility: Open to professional, non-professional and student photographers aged 18 or older worldwide

Entry Fee: $40 for single image, $65 for series (professional); $30 for single image, $55 for series (non-professional); $20 for single image, $35 for series (student). 10% Early Bird discount available until January 31, 2026

Prizes/Awards:
- International Photographer of the Year (Professional): $10,000 cash prize, IPA Trophy, work exhibited in global traveling exhibition, work published in IPA Annual Book of Photography
- Discovery of the Year (Non-Professional / Student): $5,000 cash prize, IPA Trophy, work exhibited in global traveling exhibition, work published in IPA Annual Book of Photography
- Professional Category Winners: $1,000 cash prize, IPA Trophy, work exhibited in global traveling exhibition, work published in IPA Annual Book of Photography
- Non-Professional and Student Category Winners: $500 cash prize, IPA Trophy, work exhibited in global traveling exhibition, work published in IPA Annual Book of Photography

Core Introduction: The 23rd edition of the International Photography Awards (IPA) 2026 aims to recognize outstanding photographic works worldwide. The competition covers multiple photography fields including advertising, fine art, architecture, nature, etc., encouraging photographers to showcase their unique perspectives and creativity. Winners will receive international recognition and industry exposure, as well as the opportunity to win substantial cash prizes and participate in global traveling exhibitions.