📢 About the Awards
The Knights of Art – International Photography Awards is a global competition that celebrates the art of photography in all its forms. Open to photographers worldwide, this award recognizes creative excellence, originality, and visual storytelling.
With transparent prize distribution, publication opportunities, and international exposure, this competition provides a professional platform for photographers of all backgrounds.
✨ Why Participate?
- 💰 Cash Prizes (Up to $10,000 per theme)
- 🏅 Certificates of Achievement for Winners and Honorable Mentions
- 🌍 Global Publication in The Knights of Art Magazine (digital & print)
- 📰 Media Coverage and Website Feature
- 📸 Shortlisted Finalists showcased on our website and socials
- 🧑⚖️ Anonymous Judging by International Photography Experts
💸 Prize Distribution
From each theme’s entry pool:
- 🥇 1st Place – 25% of all entry fees
- 🥈 2nd Place – 15%
- 🥉 3rd Place – 10%
Total Prize Pool: Up to $10,000 per theme. More entries = Bigger prizes.
🌐 Recognition Tiers
- Top 3 Winners and 8 Honorable Mentions featured in The Knights of Art Magazine (digital & print)
- Shortlisted Finalists promoted via our website and social media
- All winners receive Certificates of Achievement
💼 Entry Fees
Fees are not listed on this page and will be visible during submission. Multiple image packages are available.
💳 Fee Allocation
- 50% → Cash Prizes to Winners
- 50% → Jury Honoraria, Magazine Publication, Advertising, Platform Operations, and Legal/Admin Costs
We prioritize reinvestment in the photography community over profit.
🧑⚖️ Judging Process
- Anonymous review to ensure fairness
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Creativity & Originality
- Technical Quality
- Composition & Impact
- Theme Interpretation
🛡️ Important Dates
- Early Bird Deadline: May 20, 2025
- Final Submission Deadline: June 8, 2025
- Judging Begins: June 9, 2025
- Finalists Announced: June 20, 2025
- Results Published: June 20, 2025 (Website & Social Media)
- Cash Prizes Issued: Within 30 business days after the results
🔹 Eligibility
- Open to all photographers aged 18+
- International entries accepted
- Must agree to Terms & Conditions upon submission
📚 FAQ Highlights
- Multiple entries allowed per theme
- Images must be JPEG, max 2MB each, min. 2000px long side
- Judging is blind & impartial
- Winners notified via email and announced online
- No edits after submission
- Missed deadlines = no entry
📣 Join the Movement
Submit your work and share your story with the world. The Knights of Art Photography Awards is more than a contest — it’s a launchpad for voices in visual art.