ND Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious international photography contests, offering both professional and amateur photographers an opportunity to gain global recognition, prestige, and career exposure. With over $10,000 in total cash prizes, ND Awards has become a leading platform where creative vision and technical mastery are celebrated.
ND Awards is an annual photography contest that aims to promote photographers worldwide and showcase valuable creative work across different perspectives and genres. The competition has built a reputation for being a space where modern photography meets tradition, while giving participants instant recognition, international publicity, and career opportunities.
At its core, the ND Awards aims to illuminate new perspectives on the world through powerful imagery. The competition seeks to foster creative growth, support emerging and established talent, and encourage photographers from all corners of the globe to present their most compelling work. Through its modern yet tradition-respecting approach, the ND Awards builds a bridge between established photographic conventions and innovative visual expression. The competition values inclusivity, ensuring all participants regardless of background or technical setup are judged purely on the artistic and conceptual strength of their work.
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| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Organization | ND Awards |
| Eligibility | Open to Amateur & Professional Photographers (18+ years, worldwide) |
| Total Cash Prizes | $10,000+ |
| Professional Grand Prize | $3,500 + Title: ND Photographer of the Year |
| Non Professional Grand Prize | $2,400 + Title: ND Discovery of the Year |
| Category Winners | 6 Professional winners ($500 each), 5 Non-professional winners ($400 each) |
| Deadline | 21 September 2025 |
Eligibility
- Open to all photographers worldwide (Professional & Amateur).
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Copyright remains with the photographer at all times.
- Also check: Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship 2025
ND Awards 2025 Prizes & Titles
Professional Category
- Grand Prize ND Photographer of the Year
- $3,500 cash prize
- Title: ND Photographer of the Year
- Showcase for 1 year on the Winners’ Gallery front page + international publicity
- 6 Professional Category Winners
- $500 cash prize each
- Title: ND Category Photographer of the Year
- Showcase in Winners’ Gallery + press coverage
Non Professional / Amateur Category
- Grand Prize ND Discovery of the Year
- $2,400 cash prize
- Title: ND Discovery of the Year
- Showcase for 1 year on the Winners’ Gallery front page + international publicity
- 5 Non-Professional Category Winners
- $400 cash prize each
- Title: ND Category Discovery of the Year
- Showcase in Winners’ Gallery + press coverage
Competition Categories
The ND Awards 2025 covers a wide variety of photography genres, including:
- Abstract, Fine Art, Conceptual
- Architecture, Cityscapes, Urban
- Landscape, Seascapes, Nature, Wildlife
- Portrait, People, Street, Travel
- Photojournalism, Documentary, Environmental
- Fashion, Culture, Underwater, Sports
- Black & White, Aerial, Panoramic, Experimental
- Also check: Skills in Action Photo Competition 2025
Entry Fees
- The ND Awards is a paid competition (fees vary by category and number of entries).
- Submission details are available on the official ND Awards entry page.
