Photography Contest

The Nature Photography Contest

Deadline |

CLOSED

Theme |

Nature

Territory |

Worldwide

Eligibility |

Open to all

Entry Fees |

€10 per photograph

Prizes |

Cash Prize
Do you want to share with the world the wonders of the planet and contribute to its protection? Then don’t miss the opportunity to participate in The Nature Photography Contest, an international photography contest for professionals and amateurs.

The Nature Photography Contest has 10 categories for you to submit your images of natural landscapes, wildlife, macrophotography and more. You can win cash prizes and international recognition. The winner of the best photograph of the year will receive €1000, the winner of each category will receive €100 and the best photographer of the year will receive a trophy. In addition, for each participant, a tree will be planted in the country chosen by the winner.

The jury is composed of four renowned nature photographers: Luke Stackpoole, Cynthia Bandurek, Alex Strohl and Mario Cea. They will be in charge of evaluating the technical, artistic and emotional quality of the photographs.

The deadline to participate is until November 15, 2023. Don’t hesitate any longer and enter thenaturephotocontest.com to register and submit your photos. Show your talent and help protect nature!

Nature photography is a great way to raise awareness of how important it is to preserve our planet. This international photography contest is a chance for photographers of all levels to show off their work and inspire others to take action for the planet. No matter if you are passionate about landscapes, wildlife or macrophotography. Our photo contest is your way to gain recognition and join a community of nature lovers. So join today, show us your stunning images, become the Nature Photographer of the Year 2023 and also help us to take care of nature.

Cash prizes will be paid in Euros by PayPal or bank transfer. Any fees incurred for foreign currency transfers will be deducted from the total. There are no alternatives available to award winners.

The prizes will be:
1000€ Photography of the Year
100€ category winner
Trophy for the Photographer of the Year
Honorable mentions

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