Entering competitions isn't just about winning – though prizes and publicity are great bonuses! It's also a chance to dive into your archives, rediscover your best images and refine your personal style. Many photographers say competitions were the stepping stone that helped them build a name, grow their audience or land their first big feature. So, here's a list of photography competitions with open calls that are accepting submissions from August 2026 until January 2027. Special: Young Botanical Photographer of the Year for an entry into any category, aged 18 or underPrizes: To be announcedTravel Photographer of the YearFor more information, visit the TPOTY website (Image credit: Travel Photographer of the Year 2024.