Launch Street Photography Contest

Capture the Essence of Urban Life: Submit to AAP Magazine’s 44th Issue on "STREET" Photography

AAP Magazine’s 44th printed edition is set to celebrate the best in street photography. This issue will focus on the theme "STREET," showcasing projects that capture the dynamic and unpredictable essence of urban life. Street photography, as defined by Encyclopedia Britannica, is "a genre that records everyday life in a public place," offering a unique perspective on the world around us.

Since the invention of photography, artists have used the medium to document their environments. Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre's 1838 image, "View of the Boulevard du Temple," is a prime example, capturing a Parisian street scene. As cameras became more portable and accessible, street photography flourished, with iconic photographers like Charles Nègre, Eugene Atget, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Diane Arbus documenting the urban experience. Their work helped shape street photography into the powerful artistic medium it is today.

The fast-paced rhythm of street life offers endless opportunities for creativity. In this issue, we invite photographers from around the world to submit their best projects that explore the raw energy of city streets, capturing both the everyday and the extraordinary. Whether through digital or analog methods, in color or monochrome, we’re looking for cohesive portfolios that communicate the heart and soul of urban environments.

Why Enter AAP Magazine's Street Photography Contest? Winners will receive extensive global recognition, cash prizes, and the chance to have their work published in AAP Magazine, Vol. 44. With a prize pool of $1,000 and features in both print and online galleries, this contest offers a platform for rising and established street photographers to showcase their talent. Here’s what the winners will receive:

1st Place Winner

Cash Prize: $500
Exclusive interview and winning portfolio published in AAP Magazine, Volume 44: STREET
One free copy of AAP Magazine (distributed on Blurb.com)
Featured in the online Winners Gallery on All About Photo

2nd Place Winner

Cash Prize: $300
Portfolio published in AAP Magazine, Volume 44: STREET
One free copy of AAP Magazine (distributed on Blurb.com)
Featured in the online Winners Gallery on All About Photo

3rd Place Winner

Cash Prize: $200
Portfolio published in AAP Magazine, Volume 44: STREET
One free copy of AAP Magazine (distributed on Blurb.com)
Featured in the online Winners Gallery on All About Photo

Merit Mentions

Photographers ranked 4th to 20th will have their best image or portfolio published in AAP Magazine, Volume 44.

How to Enter Submit a cohesive body of work that captures the moments of life unfolding on the streets around you. The subject matter is up to you, and all formats—whether digital or analog, color or black and white—are welcome.

Don’t miss your chance to have your work featured in one of the industry’s most prestigious street photography magazines. Submit now for the opportunity to win cash prizes, global recognition, and be published alongside the best in street photography!

For more details on how to submit, visit our official contest page and join the ranks of iconic photographers who have captured the pulse of urban life. Note: Images previously published in AAP Magazine are not eligible for submission.

This competition is an incredible opportunity to have your work seen by a global audience of photography enthusiasts and professionals. Participating can be a pivotal moment in your career, providing exposure to editors, book publishers, gallery owners, festival directors, creative directors, curators, and online media publishers.

Don't miss the chance to be featured on All About Photo, a leading platform in the photography industry showcasing the work of both famous photographers and new talents. Share your work with the world and catch the attention of diverse media outlets through our promotion on our website and social profiles.

Submit your best photographs centered on the theme of street and become part of the illustrious AAP Magazine Vol.44. Elevate your craft, gain exposure, and join the ranks of celebrated photographers.