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Best Photography Awards UK 2025

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Best Photography Awards UK – International Photo Competition

Best Photography Awards UK is a photography contest that invites professional, amateur, and student photographers from around the world to showcase their talent. It aims to celebrate creativity and excellence in the field.

2025 Autumn Season
Application Deadline: 15th October
Results Publication: 10th November

Who can apply

Best Photography Awards UK welcomes photographers from around the world, aged 18 and above. Whether you’re a professional, an amateur, or a student, this competition is your opportunity to showcase your talent. We celebrate all photography styles and genres and invite you to be part of our vibrant creative community.

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International photography competition open to photographers worldwide

Categories

Select from 50 categories area in Architectural & Urban, Black & White & Fine Art, Commercial & Fashion, Documentary & People, Nature & Experimental

Words from Our Winners

This recognition has not only been an honor but also a powerful motivation, giving me an extra push to continue pursuing my journey in photography with even greater passion.

Gabriele T. Enna, Italy

I really enjoyed being a part of the Best Photography Awards UK and sharing my work with more people across the world.

Richard Leigh, Australia

This competition was more than just receiving an award — it became a turning point that made me truly reflect on my photography. It gave me confidence and, above all, the assurance that there are people who genuinely appreciate my work.

Kang Ho Yoon, South Korea

Categories

A. Architectural & Urban Photography

A01 Abstract

A02 Buildings

A03 Cityscapes

A04 Contemporary

A05 Drone

A06 Exterior

A07 Industrial

A08 Interior

A09 Night Photography

A10 Urban Exploration

C. Commercial & Fashion Photography

C01 Advertising

C02 Beauty & Cosmetics

C03 Campaign Photography

C04 Corporate & Business

C05 e-Commerce

C06 Fashion Editorial

C07 Luxury & Branding

C08 Product Photography

C09 Runway & Street Style

C10 Sustainable Design

E. Nature & Experimental Photography

E01 AI-Generated Photography
E02 Digital Enhance Photography
E03 Long Exposure & Motion Photography
E04 Mixed Media & Conceptual Photography
E05 Minimalist & Abstract Photography
E06 Night & Low-Light Photography
E07 Surreal & Fantasy Photography
E08 Textured & Composite Photography
E09 Experimental Film & Alternative Processes
E10 Light Painting & Kinetic Photography

B. Black & White & Fine Art Photography

B01 360 Degree Photography

B02 Abstract

B03 Boudoir

B04 Dramatic

B05 Fine Art

B06 Minimalism

B07 Monochromatic Works

B08 Portraiture

B09 Silhouettes

B10 Surreal

D. Documentary & People Photography

D01 Candid Moments

D02 Celebrity Portraits

D03 Cultural Expressions

D04 Documentary Narratives

D05 Environmental Photography

D06 Lifestyle Photography

D07 Photojournalism

D08 Social Issues & Humanitarian Photography

D09 Sports & Action

D10 Wedding & Events

F. Mobile Photography

F01 Mobile Portrait Photography
F02 Mobile Landscape Photography
F03 Mobile Street Photography
F04 Mobile Still Life Photography
F05 Mobile Macro Photography
F06 Mobile Long Exposure Photography
F07 Mobile Black & White Photography
F08 Mobile Night Photography
F09 Mobile Documentary Photography
F10 Mobile Creative & Edited Photography

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Behind our winners' works

Global photo award winners showcasing creativity – Best Photography Awards UK

Portraits of Love and Resistance: A Conversation with Lee Jaephil

The photograph was born from a deeply personal and socially significant moment in South Korea, where same-sex marriage is not legally recognized. The subjects of the photo are a...

Global photo award winners showcasing creativity – Best Photography Awards UK

A Simple Fork, A Shared History: Interview with Namwoong Kim

In the recently published Best Photography Award UK 2025 Season 1, photographer Namwoong Kim's work Shared Years, Shared Scars has been awarded the Silver Award. A deeply personal and introspective piece, the photograph captures two worn forks gently crossed, bearing the subtle scratches of time...

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