The 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 contest is a prestigious event that celebrates the art of photography on an international scale. This contest aims to honor exceptional photographers who use their cameras as a medium of expression and artistic exploration. Open to both professional and non-professional photographers, the 1839 Awards provide a platform for showcasing outstanding work across a variety of categories.
The contest features 24 distinct categories, allowing photographers to submit their work across a wide range of themes. Categories include Abstract, Aerial, Architecture, Conceptual, Culture, Domestic Animals, Event, Fashion & Beauty, Film/Analog, Landscapes, Macro, Minimalism, Nature, Nude, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Sports, Still Life, Storytelling, Street, Travel, Underwater, and Wildlife. Each category is judged independently, encouraging photographers to explore various genres and styles.
Winners of the 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 contest are rewarded with substantial prizes designed to support their artistic careers. The top prizes include cash awards totaling over $4,000, global exposure through press coverage, and personalized recognition in the form of custom badges, certificates, and a prestigious 1839 Trophy. These rewards not only acknowledge the winners’ exceptional talent but also provide significant opportunities for furthering their careers and reaching a wider audience.
Participants can enter the contest by submitting their work online. The entry fees vary depending on the entry period and category. Early bird entries enjoy a 20% discount, while regular entries receive a 10% discount. The entry fees for single images range from $16 to $35, and series entries range from $24 to $50, with additional category entries offered at a 50% discount. Students receive special discounted rates, and all participants benefit from global accessibility pricing.
The 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 prizes
Winning the 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 contest is a prestigious honor that comes with significant rewards. The importance of these prizes lies not only in their monetary value but also in the extensive recognition and opportunities they provide. Winners receive:
Professional Contest Winner (International Photographer of the Year):
- $3000 in Cash Prizes
- Published Winner’s Interview
- Printed & Embossed Winner’s Achievement Certificate
- Credit For Free Entry to Another 1839 Contest
- Receive Feature in Dedicated Email to Global Audience
- Premier Artist Placements Throughout 1839 Website
- Prominent Feature in Winner’s Gallery
- Custom Press Release Tailored to Your Achievement
- Public Profile in 1839’s Artist Directory
- International Press Exposure to our Global Community
- Digital Winner’s Certificate & Badge
- Free Entry & Placement In the People’s Vote Award Gallery
- Showcase in Winner’s Gallery
- Chance to be Featured on 1839’s Social Media & Newsletter
Non-Professional Contest Winner (International Discovery of the Year):
- $1,000 in Cash Prizes
- Published Winner’s Interview
- Printed & Embossed Winner’s Achievement Certificate
- Credit For Free Entry to Another 1839 Contest
- Receive Feature in Dedicated Email to Global Audience
- Custom Press Release Tailored to Your Achievement
- Prominent Feature in Winner’s Gallery
- Public Profile in 1839’s Artist Directory
- International Press Exposure to our Global Community
- Digital Winner’s Certificate & Badge
- Free Entry & Placement In the People’s Vote Award Gallery
- Showcase in Winner’s Gallery
- Chance to be Featured on 1839’s Social Media & Newsletter
Other notable winners of this 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 will win awards such as: Prominent Feature in Winner’s Gallery, Custom Press Release Tailored to Your Achievement, International Press Exposure to our Global Community, Free Entry & Placement In the People’s Vote Award Gallery, Digital Winner’s Certificate & Badge or a chance to be Featured on 1839’s Social Media & Newsletter.
The categories of the 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024
The 1839 Awards: Photographer of the Year 2024 contest features 24 categories, each judged independently. Here are the categories and what is expected from participants in each:
- Abstract
- Aerial
- Architecture
- Conceptual
- Culture
- Domestic Animals
- Event
- Fashion & Beauty
- Film/Analog
- Landscapes
- Macro
- Minimalism
- Nature
- Nude
- People
- Photojournalism
- Portrait
- Sports
- Still Life
- Storytelling
- Street
- Travel
- Underwater
- Wildlife
In photo contests, the categories serve not only to differentiate the diverse works of photographers but also to allow each piece to shine within its unique genre.
Submission deadlines and entry fees
To ensure participants are well-informed, here are the key dates and entry costs:
- Early Bird Entry Period: May 28 – July 30, 2024 (20% Off)
- Single Image: $28 (Professional), $21 (Non-Professional), $16 (Student)
- Series: $40 (Professional), $32 (Non-Professional), $24 (Student)
- Regular Entry Period: July 30 – August 29, 2024 (10% Off)
- Single Image: $31.50 (Professional), $22.50 (Non-Professional), $18 (Student)
- Series: $45 (Professional), $36 (Non-Professional), $27 (Student)
- Extended Entry Period: August 29 – October 17, 2024
- Single Image: $35 (Professional), $25 (Non-Professional), $20 (Student)
- Series: $50 (Professional), $40 (Non-Professional), $30 (Student)
- Winners Announcement: November 19, 2024
Additional category entries are offered at a 50% discount during all entry periods. Participants also receive 5% back in reward dollars.
For more information and to enter the competition, visit: 1839awards.com/contests/photographer-of-the-year
