MonoVisions Photo Awards 2026
The 10th Anniversary Edition is Now Open!
- Deadline: 18 January 2026
- Entry fee: Series 25$ / Single 20$
- Website: https://monovisionsawards.com/
The 10th Anniversary Edition is Now Open! Step into the world of monochrome excellence with the MonoVisions Photography Awards 2026 - a prestigious international competition dedicated to celebrating the timeless art of black and white photography.
We invite photographers from around the globe to showcase their unique visual language through the black and white medium. Our mission is to uncover the most compelling monochrome talents and provide them with a global platform for recognition, exposure, and reward.
This year marks a special milestone - our 10th edition - and with it comes the opportunity to compete for $5,000 in cash prizes across two flagship categories:
- Black and White Photo of the Year 2026
- Black and White Series of the Year 2026
You may submit your work in two distinct sections:
- Single Image - one standalone photograph
- Series - up to 8 images unified by a common theme or concept
Choose from a wide range of categories tailored to diverse artistic expressions: Abstract, Architecture, Conceptual, Fine Art, Landscapes, Nature & Wildlife, Nude, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Street Photography, and Travel.
Celebrate a decade of monochrome mastery with us - submit your work and be part of a global legacy in black and white photography.
Prizes:
Grand Prize winners will receive the following:
- $3,000 cash prize for Black and White Series of the Year.
- $2,000 cash prize for Black and White Photo of the Year.
- Individual certificate.
- Digital statue.
- Press coverage by our media partners.
Eligibility:
Our annual competition welcomes photographers of all backgrounds and skill levels — from seasoned professionals to passionate amateurs. We celebrate all forms of black and white photography, whether captured using traditional analog techniques or modern digital processes. What matters most is your vision, creativity, and how you express it through the power of monochrome.
Copyrights & Usage Rights:
Copyright of the images will remain at all times with the photographer.
Theme:
Abstract Architecture Black and White Conceptual Cityscapes Documentary Fashion Fine Art Landscape Macro/Micro Multi-categories Nature Nudes Open Theme Other People Portrait Photomanipulation Photojournalism Seascapes Street Travel Urban Wildlife