BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.3//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:846@deartline.com DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260120T173633Z URL:https://deartline.com/contests/exposure-one-awards-one-shot-photo-cont est/ SUMMARY:Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026 invites pho tographers to strip away the distractions of the spectrum and focus on the raw power of the monochrome image. This competition is dedicated exclusiv ely to black and white photography and seeks to celebrate single images th at stand on their own as complete narratives.\n\nFor those searching for s imilar photo challenges online that value artistic integrity over trends\, this contest is a definitive choice. It connects photographers with a hig h-caliber jury from prestigious institutions like SFMOMA and Aperture. Whe ther you are a professional photographer or a student just starting your j ourney\, the Exposure One Awards offers a level playing field where your v isual voice is the primary metric for success.\n\nThe deadline for submiss ions is May 4\, 2026. This event welcomes entries across a massive range o f genres\, from architecture to wildlife\, provided they adhere to the str ict black and white requirement. With a cash prize pool and global promoti on opportunities\, it is an essential opportunity for anyone dedicated to the monochrome craft.\n\nContents\n\n Contest Prizes\n Categories\n Dat es and Entry Fees\n How to Enter\n About the Jury\n Why Enter?\n Rules and Copyright\n\n\nPrizes\nThe Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest offers a combined cash prize pool of $4\,000. The competition is divided into two distinct levels\, Professional and Non-Professional\, each with i ts own dedicated rewards to ensure fair recognition.\n\n Professional Win ners:\n\n $2\,500 in Cash Prizes: Distributed among the top winners in th e professional division.\n The Trophy: A personalized Grey Metal Exposure One Trophy.\n Validation: A published winner's interview and a printed & amp\; embossed achievement certificate.\n\n\n Non-Professional Winners:\n \n $1\,500 in Cash Prizes: Dedicated exclusively to non-professional entr ants.\n The Trophy: A personalized Grey Metal Exposure One Trophy.\n Val idation: A published winner's interview and a printed &\; embossed achi evement certificate.\n\n\n Career Exposure Package (All Winners &\; Ca tegory Winners):\n\n Artist Directory: A public profile page with links t o your website and social media.\n Press Coverage: International press ex posure to the global community and a custom press release tailored to your achievement.\n Winner's Gallery: Your entry will be permanently featured in the official Winner's Gallery.\n Social Media: A chance to be feature d on Exposure One's social channels and newsletter.\n\n\n Additional Hono rs: Winners\, Category Winners\, People's Vote winners\, and Honorable Men tions are all eligible to purchase the exclusive Color Metal Exposure One Trophy.\n\n[code_snippet id=21 shortcodes=true]\nCategories\nThis Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026 is exclusively for black and white photography. Color images will not be considered. However\, sepia and sin gle-tone images are accepted. Within this monochrome requirement\, you can submit to a wide variety of genres.\n\n Abstract\n Aerial\n Architectu re\n Conceptual\n Domestic Animals\n Event\n Fashion &\; Beauty\n Film/Analog\n Fine Art\n Landscapes\n Minimalism\n Nature\n Nude\n P eople\n Photojournalism\n Portrait\n Still Life\n Street\n Travel\n Wildlife\n Other\n\nDates and Entry Fees\nThe Exposure One Awards One Sho t Photo Contest 2026 uses a tiered deadline system. Submitting early offer s significant savings on entry fees. The costs vary depending on whether y ou are a Professional\, Non-Professional\, or Student.\n\nFinal Deadline: May 4\, 2026.\n\n\n\nLevel\nType\nEarly Bird\n(Until Feb 25)\nRegular\n(Fe b 25 - Mar 25)\nExtended\n(Mar 25 - May 4)\n\n\n\n\nProfessional\nSingle I mage\n$24\n$27\n$30\n\n\n\nSeries\n$40\n$45\n$50\n\n\nNon-Professional\nSi ngle Image\n$20\n$22.50\n$25\n\n\n\nSeries\n$32\n$36\n$40\n\n\nStudent\nSi ngle Image\n$12\n$13.50\n$15\n\n\n\nSeries\n$24\n$27\n$30\n\n\n\nHow to En ter\nYou must create an account on the Exposure One website to submit.\n\n Format: Images must be JPEG or PNG files.\n Resolution: Minimum of 1500 pixels on the longest edge.\n File Size: Less than 10 MB.\n Restriction s: Do not add watermarks or logos to your images. AI-generated images are strictly prohibited.\n Source: Images can be from digital cameras\, film scans\, or mobile phones.\n\nAbout the Jury\nThe jury panel consists of hi ghly respected professionals from the gallery and museum world. Their invo lvement ensures that your work is reviewed by individuals who actively sha pe the photography market. The 2026 judges include:\n\n Susan Ciccotti: C opy Chief at Aperture.\n Lindsey Sharman: Curator at the Art Gallery of A lberta.\n Shana Lopes: Assistant Curator of Photography at SFMOMA.\n Par is Chong: Gallery Director at Leica Gallery LA.\n\nWhy Enter Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026?\nThe primary value of the Exposure One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026 lies in the caliber of its jury. Your work is reviewed by influential decision-makers from powerhouses like Vogu e Italia\, The Washington Post\, and Magnum Photos. This creates a rare op portunity to have your monochrome imagery validated by the very people who define contemporary visual standards. It is not just about winning a priz e. It is about getting your name on the radar of the industry elite.\n\nFu rthermore\, the competition offers a substantial return on investment thro ugh its "Career Exposure Package." Winners do not just receive a share of the $4\,000 cash pool. They are equipped with professional marketing tools \, including a custom press release and a permanent feature in the Artist Directory. This focus on long-term promotion makes it one of the best phot ography contests to enter for artists seeking sustainable growth. The addi tion of a physical\, personalized metal trophy adds a tangible symbol of e xcellence that sets this award apart from digital-only accolades.\nRules a nd Copyright\nThis section about the rules and image rights of the Exposur e One Awards One Shot Photo Contest 2026 has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you rev iew the complete rules provided by the contest.\n\nYou retain full ownersh ip and copyright of your images. By entering the contest\, you grant Expos ure One a non-exclusive license to display your images on their website\, social media\, and marketing materials specifically for the purpose of pro moting the awards and the winners. The organizers do not claim ownership o f your work.\n\nFor more information and to participate in the contest\, v isit: the official website. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deartline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01 /Exposure-One-Awards-One-Shot-Photo-Contest-2026.webp CATEGORIES:Cash Prize,International,Photography LOCATION:https://exposureoneawards.com/contests/one-shot-photo-contest END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260329T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR