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Don’t miss your chance to shine at the New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best 2025! This juried international showcase opens in person at the Watchung Arts Center, Watchung, NJ, from November 1–29, 2025, with a virtual exhibit to follow. Photographers worldwide can submit their most compelling images by August 4, 2025, for the chance to win cash awards, network with peers, and gain both in-person and online exposure.
Submission is simple—upload unlimited JPEGs (1280 px on the longest side), paying $30 for the first two images and $10 per additional entry, then await notification by August 15. A panel of three seasoned jurors will select approximately 50 works by July 20 for inclusion in both the online and live exhibits. Close to the best photography challenges to join, this event promises a blend of prestige and artistic community.
Unlike themed competitions, Our Best welcomes photographers to determine their own creative direction, making it one of the standout open theme photography competitions of the year. With awards of $100 each for Excellence and $50 each for Merit, plus press coverage and a Zoom conference with the curator, this exhibit offers a compelling platform for photographers at any career stage.
The New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best Prizes
This exhibit awards cash prizes to celebrate exceptional photography:
- Award of Excellence: $100 each for multiple top-scoring images
- Award of Merit: $50 each for additional distinguished works
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The Categories of the New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best
There are no set categories for this exhibit—participants choose their best photo-based work on any subject. This open approach encourages diverse artistic voices and unrestricted creativity under the unifying banner of “Our Best.”
New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best Dates and Entry Fees
Key dates and entry fees are outlined below:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 4, 2025 (midnight ET) | Submission Deadline |
| By August 15, 2025 | Notification of Acceptance |
| October 24, 2025 (midnight ET) | Shipped Work Receipt Deadline |
| October 30, 2025 (10 am ET) | Hand-Delivered Work Receipt Day |
| November 1–29, 2025 | In-Person Exhibit |
| November 4, 2024–January 15, 2025 | Online Exhibit |
| November 30, 2025 (10 am ET) | Pick-Up of Work |
Entry Fees:
- $30 for the first two images
- $10 for every additional image
How to Enter:
Visit the official website, complete the online form, upload your JPEG images (sized to 1280 px on the longest side), and pay the entry fee by August 4, 2025 (midnight ET).
About the Jury
The exhibit will be judged by three esteemed professionals from the international art community: Arik Gorban—a photographer, writer, and instructor with expertise in analog and digital imaging; Charles T. Miller—a curator and theater designer who manages exhibitions for NJPF; and Nancy Ori—the co-founder and director of the NJ Photography Forum and curator of this exhibit.
Why Enter New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best?
Entering this exhibit offers photographers a rare combination of cash awards, gallery exposure, and online showcase, backed by a contest that’s been running since 1994. Participants can connect with a vibrant community at the opening reception, gain insights during a curator-led Zoom conference, and potentially feature in press coverage. For further inspiration, explore other photography contests to enter on Deartline.
Rules and Copyright
This section about the rules and image rights of the New Jersey Photography Forum International Photography Exhibit: Our Best has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you review the complete rules provided by the contest.
Rules
Eligibility is open to all photographers; submitted works must be photo-based, family-friendly (no nudes, political, or scary content), and sized to 1280 px on the longest side.
Entrants may submit unlimited JPEG entries, paying $30 for the first two images and $10 per additional image. Printed works must meet framing and delivery requirements and arrive by the stated deadlines.
Copyright and Image Usage
By submitting, entrants certify all images as original works created by them; no third-party elements or exclusively AI-generated images are allowed.
Submission grants the New Jersey Photography Forum rights to exhibit images both online and in person; entrants retain full ownership and are responsible for insuring their work.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website
