ND Awards 2026
Organizer: ND Awards (Neutral Density Photography Awards)
Location: Global
Deadline:
Early Deadline 26 April 2026
Final Deadline 20 September 2026
Competition Category:
Professional: Architecture Photography, Editorial Photography, Fine Art Photography, Nature Photography, People Photography, Special Photography
Non-Professional: Architecture Photography, Fine Art Photography, Nature Photography, People Photography, Special Photography
Eligibility: Open to professional and non-professional photographers aged 18 or older worldwide
Entry Fee:
Early Bird (before April 26) Non-Professional: $19 for single image, $24 for series; Professional: $24 for single image, $29 for series.
Final Deadline (September 20) Non-Professional: $24 for single image, $29 for series; Professional: $29 for single image, $34 for series
Prizes/Awards:
- Professional Grand Prize: $3,500 cash prize, title "ND Photographer of the Year", work showcased on the front page of Winners' Gallery for one year
- Non-Professional Grand Prize: $2,400 cash prize, title "ND Discovery of the Year", work showcased on the front page of Winners' Gallery for one year
- Professional Category Winners: $500 cash prize, title "ND Category Photographer of the Year", work showcased in Winners' Gallery
- Non-Professional Category Winners: $400 cash prize, title "ND Category Discovery of the Year", work showcased in Winners' Gallery
Core Introduction: ND Awards 2026 aims to recognize outstanding photographic works worldwide. The competition covers multiple photography fields including architecture, fine art, nature, people, 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 global exhibition opportunities.
