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2025 Monovisions Photography Awards

Close on May 18, 2025
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2025 Monovisions Photography Awards
Territory: Worldwide
Theme: Black & White
Eligibility: Black and White
Entry Fees: Between $20 and $25
Prize: Cash Prize
9th edition is open now! MonoVisions Photography Awards are an international open call for photographers using black and white medium to express their visual language.

Our aim is to discover the best monochrome photographers from all over the world and deliver the best opportunities to be recognized and rewarded for their work. You can compete for $5000 in cash prizes in two categories: Black and White Photo of the Year 2025 and Black and White Series of the Year 2025..

Your work can be submitted in 2 sections: SINGLE photo or SERIES of photos. A series consists of maximum 8 photos, sharing the same idea and concept..

Our categories: Abstract, Architecture, Conceptual, Fine Art, Landscapes, Nature and Wildlife, Nude, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Street Photography and Travel..

Prizes:
Grand Prize winners will receive the following:
- $3,000 cash prize for Black and White Series of the Year.
- $2,000 cash prize for Black and White Photo of the Year.
- Individual certificate.
- Digital statue.
- Press coverage by our media partners.
Our printed edition showcases the winners of AAP Magazine call of entries
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