Get your work in print and take the photo world by storm—applications for the PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 are now open, but time is ticking. This premier biennial grant offers photographers everywhere the chance to see their vision brought to life as a professionally curated photobook. With a reduced entry fee available until June 5, hurry to submit your proposal before the regular deadline on June 26, 2025 (Extended Deadline 3 July).
The award supports the creation, production and global distribution of a photobook with no thematic or geographical restrictions. One winning project will be published by PhMuseum with a minimum print run of 500 copies—50 of which (plus 5% of royalties) go directly to the author—and all production costs covered. MPB, Europe’s leading camera reseller, will also grant a Special Mention winner an €800 voucher for used photo and video gear. A shortlist of up to 30 projects will be exhibited at Photobook Mania in Bologna, and the final winner will be unveiled on October 18–19, 2025.
No matter if you’re a seasoned book-maker or new to publishing, the PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 represents one of the best online photography challenges available today, combining expert curation, significant print runs and festival exposure to elevate your work on an international stage.
The PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 Prizes
The prizes for the PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 recognize both creative vision and publishing potential:
- First Prize:
Fully funded publication of your photobook, including editorial design, production and distribution; minimum 500-copy print run; 50 copies and 5% royalties go to the author. - Special Mention (MPB):
€800 voucher to spend on used photo and video gear with MPB. - Finalist Exhibition:
Up to 30 shortlisted projects exhibited at Photobook Mania 2025 in Bologna.
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The Categories of the PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025
This award does not impose specific thematic categories—submissions of any subject or style are welcome, from research-driven series to more instinctive bodies of work. All photographic genres can compete equally for the same publishing opportunity.
PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 Dates and Entry Fees
Key dates and fees for the PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025:
• Applications open: May 20, 2025
• Early Bird deadline: June 5, 2025 – Entry fee €24
• Regular deadline: June 26, 2025 – Entry fee €30
• Extended deadline: July 3, 2025 – Entry fee €30
How to Enter:
1. Create or log into your PhMuseum account.
2. Complete the online submission form.
3. Pay the applicable entry fee.
4. Upload your project (and a PDF dummy, if available) before the deadline.
About the Jury
The PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 jury brings together leading voices in visual publishing:
- Max Pinckers – Photographer
- Yumi Goto – Independent curator and publisher
- Karla Hiraldo Voleau – Photographer
- Giuseppe Oliverio – PhMuseum Founding & Artistic Director
- Camilla Marrese – PhMuseum Visual Editor
They will select a shortlist in July and announce the main prize recipient at Photobook Mania 2025 in October.
Why Enter PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025?
The PhMuseum Photobook Award 2025 offers photographers a unique path to publication and professional recognition. With all production costs covered and a guaranteed print run, winners avoid traditional financing hurdles. A dedicated exhibition at Photobook Mania and presentation at PhMuseum Days 2026 ensure your work reaches peers, curators and publishers in Italy and beyond. From royalties to a special €800 MPB gear voucher and curated support from industry experts, this grant stands out among popular photo challenges for its blend of financial backing, editorial guidance and festival exposure.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website.
