Entering Photography Competitions – all you need to know

Introduction

With so many photography competitions available, how do you determine which ones are worth your time and investment? Entering the right competitions can significantly elevate your profile, while choosing the wrong ones can be costly and unproductive. In this workshop, Frank Meo, a leading New York photographers’ agent and competition judge, and Chris Coe, professional photographer and founder of the Travel Photographer of the Year Awards, will guide you through the essential considerations when selecting competitions, the pitfalls to avoid, and how to maximize your chances of success.

Workshop Description

Photography competitions are more than just about winning prizes—they offer a valuable platform to showcase your work, gain recognition, and open doors to new opportunities. Even if you don’t win, performing well in the right competition can enhance your visibility and establish credibility in the industry.

This workshop will help you:

• Identify competitions that align with your work and career goals.
• Understand the judging process and what competition panels look for.
• Put together a compelling entry, choosing the right images for maximum impact.
• Use competitions as a strategic tool to grow your reputation and attract opportunities.

Beyond competition entries, Frank and Chris will also share networking strategies—helping you turn competition exposure into real business prospects. With their years of experience judging and curating competitions, they will provide insider knowledge on how to stand out and leverage competitions for career growth.

Whether you’re an emerging photographer or an experienced professional, this workshop will equip you with the tools to confidently navigate the world of photo competitions—transforming them from a gamble into a strategic career move.

What should Students bring?

Please bring a sample of landscape or wildlife images (choose one genre)
We will conduct a review of up to six students’ images.