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.

FILM AWARDS

Welcome to the Film Awards category of Xposure International Photography and Film Awards! We celebrate the artistry and storytelling prowess of filmmakers from around the globe.
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

#SEE SHARJAH

The #SeeSharjah award, hosted by the Xposure International Photography & Film Festival, invites photographers from around the world to capture the essence of Sharjah, Entrants can submit up to 10 photos in categories of Urban Landscapes, Cultural Heritage, Nature & Scenic Beauty, and People & Daily Life. High-resolution images with English titles and captions detailing the location are required for the jury. Selected entries will be showcased at the festival, offering a global platform to celebrate Sharjah’s rich heritage and vibrant culture through captivating imagery.

JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS

The Junior Photography Awards are an annual competition open to residents of the United Arab Emirates aged 18 and under. The competition is free to enter, and open to all types of still photography recorded by phone, DLSR, or mirrorless camera and produced at an amateur level. Photos must have been taken in the past three years. Entrants must be residents of the United Arab Emirates.