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Global LENS Photography Awards
The world’s premier international photography contest, connecting talented photographers from every corner of the globe.
Secure your place among global talent. Your photos deserve international exposure.
Presented by an established photography collective dedicated to supporting creative talent worldwide.
Win $1000, a Prestigious Award,
Certificate, Interview and Global Exposure
Hardcover Award Book
Our stunning 100+ page hardcover edition, showcasing finalists’ works in premium print. Become a part of photographic history.
Exclusive Winner Trophy
A prestigious crystal-clear acrylic trophy uniquely engraved with your achievement, a true mark of photographic excellence.
Virtual Exhibition
Experience global exposure through our immersive online gallery. Gain recognition and inspire thousands worldwide.
Every winner receives international recognition and a digital certificate.
The overall winner is awarded $1000 cash, a custom trophy, a complimentary copy of our prestigious hardcover book, and a featured interview.
Interviews are also granted to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place recipients in every category.
Submit in the Category That Reflects Your Vision
Meet Our Esteemed Judges
Our judges are renowned photographers and experts dedicated to recognizing exceptional talent.
Anna Zekria
Photography Producer and Curator
Tomás Munita
Photographer
Environment
Vaheed Abbasi
Photographer
Mobile
M DOMIRI
GLPA Founder
Architecture
Drew Hopper
Photographer
Editorial & Travel
Tomáš Neuwirth
Photographer
Drone
Handpicked Highlights
This section will feature a selection of photos personally chosen by our editorial team — not part of the judging process, but simply images that stood out to us for their creativity, emotion, or storytelling. We’ll be updating this space regularly.
Press Release
Submit Your Best. Be Celebrated Globally.
Open call for remarkable photography from all corners of the world. Entry is simple—choose your category and share your vision.
Single Image Entry
$15
Submit your best photo
+$5 for each extra category
+$5 for each extra category
Photo Series Entry
(3–5 images)
(3–5 images)
$20
Submit a visual story
+$10 for each extra category
+$10 for each extra category
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Your work will be reviewed by international judges and showcased to a global audience.
Questions? Contact our team
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Quick Answers to Common Questions
Our contest is open worldwide to photographers of all levels—professional, amateur, and students—anyone passionate about capturing remarkable imagery.
Simply click the “Submit Photos” button on our website, complete the submission form, select your preferred categories, and securely upload your images.
Images must be in JPEG format, maximum 5MB, with dimensions of at least 2000px on the longest side. Ensure your photos are free from watermarks or signatures.
Absolutely! You can enter the same photo into multiple categories. Each additional category incurs a small extra fee of €5 per category for single images and 10$ for series.
Entries are reviewed by our expert panel of internationally acclaimed photographers. Judges assess based on originality, creativity, technical excellence, and overall impact.
Winners are announced publicly on our website, social media channels, and newsletter within one month of the submission deadline.
Winners receive international recognition, inclusion in our premium hardcover book, a virtual gallery exhibition, and featured interviews on our platform. Overall winner will also receive an exclusive trophy and 500$ in Cash.
Yes, photographers retain full copyright. By submitting, you allow us to display and promote your images in relation to the contest, always with appropriate credit.
Yes, entry fees help cover contest expenses, ensure professional judging, and provide prestigious awards. Fees start at €15 for a single image.
The contest is organized by Domiri Photography Services, a registered business in Dubai, UAE. We specialize in organizing digital photography competitions that celebrate creativity and visual storytelling.
Reach our support team anytime at support@globallensawards.com. We’re here to help!