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Best Photography Awards UK 2025
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Best Photography Awards UK welcomes photographers from around the world, aged 18 and above. Whether you’re a professional, an amateur, or a student, this competition is your opportunity to showcase your talent. We celebrate all photography styles and genres and invite you to be part of our vibrant creative community.
How to Enter
Step 1: Select Your Category
Explore our diverse range of categories and choose the one that best fits your work. You’re welcome to submit multiple photos and participate in multiple categories. However, each entry form allows only one submission. If you’re submitting multiple works, please complete a separate entry form for each.
Step 2: Complete Payment
After submitting your entry form, proceed with the payment. Please have your payment details ready. All transactions are securely processed to ensure your privacy and protection. Each entry is for £10 per image (Currently at £5 for promotional discount).
There are no limits in the number of entries.
Step 3: Receive Confirmation
Once your payment is successfully processed, you will receive an email confirming that we have received your submission. A second email will follow upon successful payment confirmation. Please check your inbox and spam folder to ensure you don’t miss these notifications.
Step 4: Results
When the results day arrives, winners names will be published on our website.
Winner Benefits
Our competition is dedicated to creating an inspiring and impactful platform where every participant can gain meaningful recognition and valuable promotional opportunities. Instead of focusing on cash prizes available to only a few, we invest in expanding the competition’s reach and influence, ensuring that all participants receive lasting benefits that go beyond a single reward. By prioritizing growth and experience, we empower artists to showcase their talent on our network and maximize their potential for future success.
There are 3 levels of achievement in the competition in each category:
Platinum Award Winner (90-100 points)
Gold Award Winner (80-89 points)
Silver Award Winner (70 - 79 points)
There can be multiple winners in the same level.
All winners works will be showcased on our Winners' page.
What's included in the Award:
The BPA-Best Photography Awards UK E-certificate
The BPA-Best Photography Awards UK E-badge
Text Interview features on WODACC website - Global Influential Times
All winners can order paper certificates or medals after the results for an additional fee.
Entries with an average score below 70 will receive only an e-certificate of participation.
Categories
A. Architectural & Urban Photography
A01 Abstract
A02 Buildings
A03 Cityscapes
A04 Contemporary
A05 Drone
A06 Exterior
A07 Industrial
A08 Interior
A09 Night Photography
A10 Urban Exploration
C. Commercial & Fashion Photography
C01 Advertising
C02 Beauty & Cosmetics
C03 Campaign Photography
C04 Corporate & Business
C05 e-Commerce
C06 Fashion Editorial
C07 Luxury & Branding
C08 Product Photography
C09 Runway & Street Style
C10 Sustainable Design
E. Nature & Experimental Photography
E01 AI-Generated Photography
E02 Digital Enhance Photography
E03 Long Exposure & Motion Photography
E04 Mixed Media & Conceptual Photography
E05 Minimalist & Abstract Photography
E06 Night & Low-Light Photography
E07 Surreal & Fantasy Photography
E08 Textured & Composite Photography
E09 Experimental Film & Alternative Processes
E10 Light Painting & Kinetic Photography
B. Black & White & Fine Art Photography
B01 360 Degree Photography
B02 Abstract
B03 Boudoir
B04 Dramatic
B05 Fine Art
B06 Minimalism
B07 Monochromatic Works
B08 Portraiture
B09 Silhouettes
B10 Surreal
D. Documentary & People Photography
D01 Candid Moments
D02 Celebrity Portraits
D03 Cultural Expressions
D04 Documentary Narratives
D05 Environmental Photography
D06 Lifestyle Photography
D07 Photojournalism
D08 Social Issues & Humanitarian Photography
D09 Sports & Action
D10 Wedding & Events
F. Mobile Photography
F01 Mobile Portrait Photography
F02 Mobile Landscape Photography
F03 Mobile Street Photography
F04 Mobile Still Life Photography
F05 Mobile Macro Photography
F06 Mobile Long Exposure Photography
F07 Mobile Black & White Photography
F08 Mobile Night Photography
F09 Mobile Documentary Photography
F10 Mobile Creative & Edited Photography
FAQs
What are the image requirements for submission?
Each image must have a minimum longest side of 1000px, with a maximum file size of 5MB per .JPG.
How many times can I participate?
There are no restrictions! You can submit as many times as you wish, but each entry requires a separate registration.
Can I include explanatory text with my images?
Yes! You are welcome to attach any relevant text in the image folder.
Can a photography team participate?
Absolutely! Team submissions are allowed—just specify the main contact person in the registration form.
Can I submit images that have already been published elsewhere?
Yes, there are no exclusivity requirements. Previously published images are welcome.
Are there any restrictions on when the images were taken?
No, there are no time limitations. You can submit photographs from any stage of your career.
Can I submit the same photo to multiple categories?
Yes, you can submit the same photo to multiple categories. However, each category requires a separate entry fee.
Can I mail my photos for submission?
No, you do not need to send physical copies of your photos. Digital images and descriptions are sufficient for submission.
Do I still own the copyright to my images?
Yes. The copyright and all other rights remain with the photographer. Any photo used by Best Photography Awards UK will always include proper credit to the photographer.
All participants acknowledge and agree that Best Photography Awards UK and its media partners may use submitted images for marketing and promotional purposes directly related to the competition, including exhibitions, print, and digital media.
I have a digitally edited photo. Does it qualify as Fine Art Photography?
Fine Art Photography focuses on the artist's vision and creative expression, using photography as a medium to convey emotions, ideas, or unique perspectives. It emphasizes composition, subject matter, and the photographer’s ability to capture a moment or concept. Digital processing is generally minimal to maintain the integrity of the original photograph. Digitally Enhanced Photography, on the other hand, involves extensive post-processing and digital manipulation. This category celebrates the creative use of digital tools to transform or enhance an image, which may include color alterations, added elements, or compositions that go beyond the original photograph. The focus is on artistic transformation and innovative use of technology to create an altered reality or an enhanced artistic expression.
Therefore, if your image contains significant digital enhancements, it would be more suitable for submission under the Digitally Enhanced Photography category.
Originality & Permissions
By submitting, participants confirm that the images and projects are their original work and do not infringe any copyright laws. Best Photography Awards UK is not liable for any potential copyright disputes arising during the selection process or subsequent exhibitions.
Participants are responsible for securing all necessary permissions and authorizations before submission to ensure their work can be exhibited and used.