Sony World Photography Awards
About the Competition
The Sony World Photography Awards is an international photography competition that rewards outstanding single images. It is open to all members of the public, including school students from preschool to senior school.
Competition Details
- Entry is free, and participants have a chance to win $5,000, top Sony digital imaging equipment, and more.
- Participants can submit up to three single images taken in 2023.
- There are ten diverse categories to choose from, including Architecture, Creative, Motion, Landscape, Lifestyle, Natural World & Wildlife, Object, Portraiture, Street Photography, and Travel.
- Awards are given to category winners and up to 15 shortlisted photographers per category.
- One overall winner will receive the prestigious Open Photographer of the Year title.
- Submission deadline is January 5, 2024, at 13:00 GMT.
- Participants cannot enter the Professional or Youth competitions if they enter the Open competition.
Prizes
- Overall Winner:
- $5,000 (USD) cash prize
- Sony digital imaging equipment
- Flights and accommodation to the awards ceremony in London
- Certificate and trophy
- Global press exposure
- Copy of the book and inclusion in the exhibition
- Promotion on the World Photography Organisation's website and online community
- Category Winners and Shortlisted Photographers:
- Recognition and exposure through various channels
- Inclusion in the book and exhibition
- Promotion on the World Photography Organisation's website and online community
Competition Rules
- The competition is free to enter, and participants must accept the competition rules and terms and conditions.
- Entries must be submitted by January 5, 2024, at 13:00 GMT.
- Images must be taken in 2023 and should adhere to the category descriptions.
- Each image should be in JPEG format, no smaller than 1MB and no larger than 5MB, and saved in the sRGB color model.
- Manipulated images are allowed, but the extent of manipulation must be described in the image description section during submission.
- Participants retain full ownership of the copyright in their entries but grant the World Photography Organisation a three-year license to use and promote the images for specific purposes.
Judging and Announcement
- Entries will be judged between January 8, 2024, and January 31, 2024.
- Up to 15 photographers will be shortlisted per category, and category winners will be selected and announced before April 2024.
- The overall winner of the Open Photographer of the Year title will also be announced in April 2024.
- The judging panel's decision is final, and winners will be notified by email.
For more information about the Sony World Photography Awards, you can visit the official website of the World Photography Organisation. The competition provides a platform for photographers of all levels to showcase their talent and creativity. It is a prestigious event that celebrates the power of visual storytelling and the art of photography.
If you are interested in participating, make sure to review the competition rules and guidelines on the official website. Take note of the submission deadline, which is January 5, 2024, at 13:00 GMT. You can submit up to three single images taken in 2023. Remember to choose the appropriate category that best fits your image, as there are ten diverse categories to choose from.
The prizes for the competition are significant. The overall winner will receive a cash prize of $5,000 (USD), top-of-the-line Sony digital imaging equipment, and the opportunity to attend the awards ceremony in London with flights and accommodation provided. Additionally, the winner will receive a certificate, trophy, global press exposure, a copy of the book, and inclusion in the exhibition. The World Photography Organisation will also promote the winner's work on their website and online community.
Category winners and shortlisted photographers will also receive recognition and exposure through various channels. Their work will be included in the book and exhibition, and they will benefit from promotion on the World Photography Organisation's website and online community.
When submitting your images, ensure they meet the technical requirements. They should be in JPEG format, with a minimum size of 1MB and a maximum size of 5MB. The images should be saved in the sRGB color model. Manipulated images are allowed, but it's essential to provide a description of the extent of manipulation in the image description section during submission.
The judging process will take place between January 8, 2024, and January 31, 2024. Up to 15 photographers will be shortlisted per category, and the category winners will be selected and announced before April 2024. The overall winner of the Open Photographer of the Year title will also be announced in April 2024. The judging panel's decision is final, and the winners will be notified by email.
Participating in the Sony World Photography Awards is an excellent opportunity to showcase your talent, gain exposure, and compete with photographers from around the world. Good luck with your submission, and may your images captivate the judges and viewers alike!
