INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
The annual Xposure Photography Award programs are a great way to get your work seen by a wider audience, receive feedback from professionals in the field, and receive cash prizes.
OUR AWARD PROGRAMS
The International Photography & Film Awards is your chance to have your work recognised on a global stage and to receive cash prizes and other accolades. The Awards are open to professionals and amateurs over 18, so whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting, we encourage you to enter up to 10 images or films. There are nine photo categories to choose from, so whatever your speciality, we want to see your best work.
Architectural Photography
Mobile Photography
Nature & Landscape
Night Photography
Portraiture
Photo-manipulation and AI
Sports Photography
Street Photography
FILM AWARDS
If you have a passion for visual storytelling and cinematic expression, this is the category for you. We accept submissions across four distinct categories: Short Film: Animation Cinematic Arts Documentary
VISUAL STORYTELLING AWARDS
The Visual Storytelling Award celebrates compelling narratives told through a series of still images. Open to photographers who use multiple images to convey a story, this award recognises creativity, impact, and storytelling depth. Entries should demonstrate a strong narrative structure, engaging composition, and a clear thematic vision.
The competition is open to both amateur and professional photographers, with submissions required to be original work captured within the past three years.
JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS
The Junior Photography Awards is an annual competition for UAE residents aged 18 and under, divided into Junior Lower (8-13 years) and Junior Upper (14-17 years). It is free to enter and accepts amateur still photography taken with a phone, DSLR, or mirrorless camera. Entries must be from the past three years, and entrants must reside in the UAE at the time of submission.
