The 500px Global Photography Awards are back, and we’re inviting photographers from around the world to submit their best photos taken or uploaded to 500px in 2024. Open to both Hobbyists and Professionals, these awards celebrate outstanding photography across six diverse categories.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting in photography, this is your chance to showcase your talent, connect with a global community of passionate photographers, and compete for $23,000 in incredible prizes.

What are the 500px Global Photography Awards?

The 500px Global Photography Awards are an annual competition designed to recognize and celebrate creativity, innovation, and storytelling in photography. Photographers can enter their work into one of six unique categories.

  • Landscape: Showcase the beauty of nature, from grand vistas to intimate moments in the wild.
  • Portrait: Capture the essence of human connection, emotion, and personality.
  • Fine Art: Express your creativity with imaginative and artistic compositions.
  • Documentary: Share compelling stories and real-world moments through honest imagery.
  • Still Life: Turn everyday objects into works of art with careful composition.
  • Architecture: Highlight the design, lines, and elegance of man-made structures.

Each category will award two winners—one Hobbyist and one Professional—with 12 total winners selected.

Why submit to the awards?

Here’s why the 500px Global Photography Awards are worth your time:

  • Recognition: Have your work seen and celebrated by a global photography community.
  • Prizes: Compete for a share of $23,000 in prizes, including high-end gear, cash prizes, and more.
  • Exposure: Winners will be featured on 500px’s blog, social media, and email campaigns, reaching millions of photography enthusiasts worldwide.
  • Community: Be part of a passionate group of photographers who inspire and support one another.

Submitting is free for all 500px members. Not a member? Sign up today and join the competition!

What can you win?

Category winners: Each of the six category winners (Pro and Hobbyist) will receive:

  • Pro: DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo, Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD, Lowepro PhotoSport Backpack, Manfrotto Befree Advanced Tripod, Xpozer 24×36 Print, and more. Total value: $2,000 US.
  • Hobbyist: DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo, Crucial X10 Pro 1TB Portable SSD, JOBY GorillaPod 3K Kit, Xpozer 24×36 Print, and more. Total value: $900 US.

Photographer of the Year (Selected from the category winners):

  • Pro: DJI Mavic 3 Pro Fly More Combo, ThinkTank BackLight 26L Backpack, and $1,000 US cash prize. Total value: $4,150 US.
  • Hobbyist: DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo, ThinkTank BackLight 26L Backpack, and $500 US cash prize. Total value: $1,800 US.

How to enter

Entering the 500px Global Photography Awards is easy:

1. Join 500px: If you’re not already a member, sign up for free and become part of a passionate photography community.
2. Submit your work: Upload your best photos taken or uploaded in 2024 to one of the six categories.
3. Stand out: Showcase your creativity, skill, and perspective to impress the judges.

Key dates to remember

  • Submissions open: December 17, 2024
  • Submission deadline: January 19, 2024

Don’t wait—start planning your submissions now!

Be part of the 500px Global Photography Awards

The 500px Global Photography Awards are more than just a competition—they’re a celebration of the art and passion that define photography. Whether you’re a Professional looking to make your mark or a Hobbyist ready to share your talent, this is your chance to shine.

Join the 500px community, submit your best work, and you could walk away with incredible prizes, recognition, and the coveted title of 500px Photographer of the Year.

Submit your photos today!