International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards 2025 (IWPOTY)
Now Open for Entries!
- Deadline: 15 September 2025
- Entry fee: $20 USD per image (non-members)/$15 USD per image (members) on Regular Entry Period and $30 USD per image (non-members)/$15 USD per image (members) on Final Entry Period
- Website: https://iwpoty.com/
Now into the 9th year, this prestigious competition provides a platform for professionals in the wedding photography industry to showcase their best work and gain international recognition.
The competition is purely online, allowing photographers from all corners of the globe to participate. The winners and top entries are showcased on the IWPOTY website and promoted through various media channels, giving finalists and winners widespread exposure.
Promoting Photographers
By providing a platform for recognition and exposure, the competition also helps photographers striving to build their reputations, attract new clients, and inspire others in the industry.
Prizes:
Global exposure and credibility
Cash and Prizes valued at over $20,000 USD
Prize detail description - More than 20K USD in cash and prizes from sponsors including ProGrade Digital, Harlowe Lighting, Holdfast, Pic-Time, Studio Ninja and more. Grand Prize exceeding $5000 USD and International press.
Judged by a world-class panel of photographers and industry leaders
Top entries featured in international press and media
Eligibility:
All wedding and elopement photographers, amateur to professional
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