Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition
Sony Camera Kit
Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition is a competition by Creo Arts Group, open to students across India. Registration closes 6 Jan 2027. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Duration
The competition runs from June to January
Format
Individual
Time needed
Varies based on individual effort in creating and selecting photographs for submission.
Key Dates
- Registration opens
- 1 Jun 2026
- Registration closes
- 6 Jan 2027
- Competition
- 1 Jun 2026 – 6 Jan 2027
- Results
- 18 Apr 2027
Online · World Photography Organisation Website
About This Opportunity
The Sony World Photography Awards' Youth Competition is a leading global platform for discovering and elevating the next generation of talented photographers. It invites young artists worldwide to submit their best single images, sharing their unique vision with a prestigious panel of judges and a global audience.
The competition is open to all individuals aged 19 and under and is free to enter. Participants can submit up to three images responding to the theme, encouraging creativity across different styles and narratives. Winners receive the title of Youth Photographer of the Year, Sony digital imaging equipment, and global media exposure, with their work featured in a major London exhibition and the annual awards book.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- - 19 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No formal academic or photography background is required.
Prerequisites
- Must own a camera or a device capable of taking digital photographs.
- Ability to upload high-resolution images online.
Age: Open to photographers aged 19 and under. Location: Open to participants worldwide, including all of India. Requirements: No specific academic background is needed. Participants can submit up to three single images for free. Parental consent is required for entrants under 16.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
No specific curriculum.
Rewards & Recognition
Prizes
Sony Camera Kit & Trip
The overall winner receives a range of top Sony digital imaging equipment, a trophy, and a fully paid trip (flights and accommodation) to attend the awards ceremony in London.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
The overall winner receives a formal certificate recognizing their achievement as the Youth Photographer of the Year.
Recognized by
Career pathways
Winners and shortlisted photographers receive extensive global press exposure, which can help launch a professional photography career.
Recognition
International Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- One of the most prestigious photography awards for young people globally.
- Free to enter, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
- Provides a platform for global recognition and career advancement.
Rounds & format
Single round of photography submission.
How entries are judged
Entries are judged by a panel of experts from the photography industry. Judges look for fresh approaches, strong technical skills, a clear narrative, and a unique vision in the submitted single images.
Selection process
Selection is based on the theme, fresh approaches, strong technical skills, a clear narrative, and a unique vision.
How to apply
- 1Register on the World Photography Organisation's official website.
- 2Navigate to the Youth Competition section.
- 3Upload up to three single images taken in the current year that align with the competition's theme.
- 4Complete and submit the entry form before the deadline.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Entry to the Youth Competition is free. Participants can submit up to three images without any charge.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition?
The registration deadline is 6 Jan 2027.
Is Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition?
children aged -19.
What will my child gain from Sony World Photography Awards - Youth Competition?
Win the title of Youth Photographer of the Year.. Receive a range of top Sony digital imaging equipment.. Get flights and accommodation to the awards ceremony in London.. Gain extensive global press exposure.. Have your work showcased in a major London exhibition.. Be featured in the official Sony World Photography Awards book..
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