LensCulture Portrait Photography Awards 2026
Opportunity type: Competition
For: Photographers
Deadline: 18/02/2026
Rewards: Up to $3500, exhibition in London, international press exposure, LensCulture feature, and global visibility
Location Eligibility: Worldwide
About this opportunity
LensCulture is seeking exceptional portrait photography that stands out for vision, emotional depth, and creative originality. This global competition provides photographers with international recognition, professional exposure, and opportunities to exhibit their work during Photo London and online on LensCulture’s platform. Submissions can include studio, environmental, street, candid, conceptual, fashion, documentary, or self-portraits.
Rewards
Series prize winners
1st Place: $3,500
2nd Place: $2,000
3rd Place: $1,000
Single image prize winners
1st Place: $2,000
2nd Place: $1,000
3rd Place: $500
- Solo feature published on LensCulture
- Exhibition of winners during Photo London in London
- Inclusion in LensCulture Discoveries directory for industry insiders
- Permanent online gallery feature on LensCulture
- International media and press exposure
- Opportunities to engage with curators, editors, book publishers, gallery owners, festival directors, and other photography professionals
- LensCulture Portfolio account and global audience reach
Eligibility
- Open to photographers of all levels and ages
- Single-image or series submissions accepted
- Work must be original
- No restrictions on nationality
Entry Fee
- Single image: Free to start (extra images $10 each)
- 5+ single images: $35
- Series (up to 10 images): $45
- Optional editor feedback: $25
How to Apply
- Apply using the link: LensCulture Portrait Photography Awards 2026
- All questions regarding this award should be sent to support@lensculture.com
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