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HIPA Photography Award 2026: 'Water: Our Shared Story'
A global photo contest with large cash prizes, open to amateurs and students. Mobile and drone shots are accepted.
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Who it’s for
- Photographers aged 18 and over
- Students and hobbyists with a phone or camera
- Anyone with a story about water and people, communities or the planet
What you get
Cash prizes of $10,000, $8,000 and $5,000 for the top three.
Requirements
- Portfolio title and description
How to apply
- Shoot or select 5–10 photos on the water theme
- Export as JPEG (min 5 MB, 2000 px long edge, 300 dpi)
- Create a HIPA account and upload with a title and description
- Submit by 15 October 2026
Timeline
- Opens16 Sep
- Closes15 Oct
Tips from past applicants
Tell one coherent story across the portfolio rather than sending unrelated best shots.
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