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Delicate pink cherry blossoms clustered on a branch, with soft blurred background hues of pink and green

Best photography competitions to enter in March – July 2026: Share your images, get published, and win prizes!

By Kim Bunermann last updated

COMPETITIONS From landscapes and street to architecture, portraits, and beyond – these international photography contests want to see your images, open to photographers of all levels

COMPETITIONS
Black and white image of a heron in flight, wings spread gracefully with blurred background

The photographer's plan wasn't to capture a heron – but now her image is in the running for top photo prize

By Kim Bunermann last updated

NEWS "I didn't have time to reduce my shutter speed as I would have missed the shot" – says photographer, shortlisted for the LCE Photographer of the Year Awards

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Three ants balance two textured green seeds on a branch against a solid green background

Red ants can lift up to 50 times their own body weight – and this award-winning macro photo shows their phenomenal balanced teamwork

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS Shot on one of the best, most versatile "all-round" entry-level full-frame mirrorless cameras, this photographer captured the ant's acrobatic juggling act

NEWS
Elderly person in a conical hat playfully holds small fish over their eyes, mimicking glasses, with a joyful expression against a textured background

This amateur photographer beat 14,500+ entries to win top prize with this playful portrait of a Vietnamese fisherman

By Kim Bunermann published

WINNER The retired teacher shot the Hoi An boat portrait that caught the judge's eye and is the overall winner of LCE Photographer of the Year 2026

WINNER
Two people, facing up, cover their heads with cardboard boxes having square cutouts. The setting seems outdoors with geometric shadows and lines

500 years later: Mexico sees the sun disappear during eclipse, photographed in award-worthy style – but will it win?

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS "People stood on rooftops everywhere, heads tilted upward, calmly observing the rare phenomenon through homemade sunshades," says the photographer

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An osprey with outstretched wings lifts a fish from a lake, water droplets scattering. The background is a blurred, serene green

Shot at ISO 20,000 and 40fps electronic shutter camera, this detailed raptor image could soon be an award-winning catch

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS The action shot 'A Surprise Flight' has been shortlisted for the LCE Photographer of the Year Awards – and it showcases incredible sharpness and detail

NEWS
A ship passes by in the sea, viewed through a rectangular opening between two tall, dark skyscrapers at sunset

Stunning drone image of container ship passing Hong Kong's "dragon gate" could win top photography prize

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS A masterpiece of composition, timing, and perspective – now shortlisted for the LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 Awards – but will it take the crown?

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A vulture with outstretched wings confronts a snarling fox on rocky terrain, over a piece of meat, capturing a tense moment

Griffon vulture scolds golden jackal in Bulgaria – stunning wildlife photo that could win this photo competition

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS 'Naughty Jackal', a wildlife photograph that sticks with you and has been shortlisted for the LCE Photographer of the Year Awards

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Two young boys with short hair, smiling, covered in dirt

LCE Photographer of the Year finalists revealed – but who will win the £10,000 prizes!

By Kim Bunermann last updated

TP&VS Experience the LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 Awards at this year's The Photography & Video Show – will your favorite image win?

TP&VS
Silhouette of a frog swimming in a pond with a rippling reflection of bare tree branches, creating an abstract, tranquil, and mirrored effect

"I built a glass box to house the camera and keep it dry" - amazing B&W toad photo, shot on 22.3MP DSLR, wins top wildlife photography award

By Kim Bunermann published

NEWS Captured from a unique floor-up perspective, this striking monochrome photo has won one of Britain's most prestigious wildlife photography awards

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