The European Photography Awards welcome photographers from worldwide nations ready to hone their photography skills and their extraordinary takes on diversity, whilst portraying the majestic cultures passed down for generations.
Recognising exquisite and artistic content, the awards honours vast arrays of genres in the photographic medium, extending the reaches of your talents all across the globe. No matter your status in the industry, your visualisations of the world and all it encases are what the awards celebrates. Unearth limitless possibilities while embarking on an outlandish voyage across the vast continent pieced together by countless diverse countries, where they combine to form a grandeur landmass.
Similarly, your memories are fabricated through different pieces, as you forge your personal collection of reminiscence. With each photograph you capture, your bonds with your memory strengthens, until you ultimately link them to create a future vision of collective remembrance, and that is the direction the awards plans on acknowledging.
Progress Towards The Universal Photographer of the Highest Endeavours
In The European Photography Awards, our sights are set on altering the standards of photography. No matter if you are a professional or just a new enthusiast, there will always be room for innovation and talent.
Photographer of the Year (Professional)
Receive the 2026 European Photography Awards’ Medal and a $3,000 cash prize
Photographer of the Year (Amateur / Student)
Receive the 2026 European Photography Awards’ Medal and a $2,000 cash prize
Category Winners (Professional & Amateur / Student)
$100 cash prize* each Professional (12 Categories) & Amateur / Student (12 Categories)
All Winners (Professional & Amateur / Student)
Within the European Photography Awards, detailed categories are available to acknowledge exclusivity, involving Fine Art Photography, Architecture Photography, Black & White Photography, Nature Photography, People Photography, Editorial Photography, Commercial Photography, and other special categories, such as Event Photography, Mobile Photography, Film Photography, etc.
This time around, the awards would like to inaugurate something unique, with the introduction of France Photography, Italy Photography, Switzerland Photography, and Germany Photography. Again, we would like to express our invitations to worldwide photographers, as the awards are not limited to those in Europe. Gain heightened honours when you obtain the title of a specified country, proving your artworks to be on an international standard.
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European Photographers of the Year: Roberto Pazzi (Professional) and João Coelho (Amateur/Student Category).
Category Winners of the Year: Daisy Seilern, Dmitriy Vavilov, RINTARO UKON, Chris Ha, Yuanfeng Mao, Mette Klint, James Malikey.
Photographer / Company
Roberto Pazzi
Category
People Photography - Culture
Country / Region
Spain
Photographer / Company
João Coelho
Category
Editorial Photography - Documentary
Country / Region
Portugal
Photographer / Company
Daisy Seilern
Category
Black & White Photography - Nudes
Country / Region
Austria
Photographer / Company
Dmitriy Vavilov
Category
Fine Art Photography - Open Theme
Country / Region
Russia
Photographer / Company
RINTARO UKON
Category
Nature Photography - Wildlife
Country / Region
Japan
Photographer / Company
RINTARO UKON
Category
Architecture Photography - Building
Country / Region
Japan
Photographer / Company
Mette Klint
Category
Black & White Photography - Architecture
Country / Region
Denmark
Photographer / Company
Chris Ha
Category
People Photography - Culture
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
Chris Ha
Category
Fine Art Photography - Abstract
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
Yuanfeng Mao
Category
Architecture Photography - Cityscapes
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
James Malikey
Category
Nature Photography - Natural Art
Country / Region
Belgium
Photographer / Company
Sonka Skerik
Category
Fine Art Photography - Portrait
Country / Region
Czech Republic
The European Photography Awards introduces the birth of 4 limited edition medals, with an individual sizing of 14.1 (W)x 7.1(H) cm, specially crafted and only designated for 2026 EPA Winners. Each medal is a representation of the newest category addition: Germany, Italy, France, and Switzerland respectively. The medals are inscribed with eminent landmarks, symbolising their glorious history. You are able to find our logo engraved behind every medal, intertwining the stunning cultures of different nations, amalgamating alluring sceneries with solid matters of metal.
Unite the Lands of Europe, Piece by Piece.
All medals come attached with a lanyard that carries their country flags, which are detachable for something far grander. Tracing back to the roots of diversification, that emphasis is implemented on our medals, as they merge together to form a magnificent display piece. The 4 medals are attached together to encircle a piece in the centre that reads EPA (European Photography Awards), the core of in which holds them together. This 2026 European Photography Awards Limited Edition Collection signifies the concept of unity, and the wide acceptance of the awards program in granting photographers the exposure they require, whilst gathering photographers across the world, and combining all into something majestic.
*All Pictures shown are for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary due to product enhancement.
This digital display immerses you in a curated exhibition, showcasing critically-acclaimed images from the 2025 European Photography Awards gallery. Browse through this exhibition at your personal leisure, feast your eyes upon each breathtaking photograph, and be absorbed in each detailed accompanying caption.
Throughout this exhibition, you’ll discover the awe-inspiring Photographers of Year, Category Winners of the Year, as well as Platinum Winners, from the Professional and Amateur/Student divisions.
*Clicking on an image will bring you closer to view them; Clicking on the "i" icon located at the top right of the screen, will allow you to learn more about that amazing piece.
“ For me, this distinction is a powerful affirmation of my commitment to capturing the essence of architectural beauty with precision and creativity. It reinforces my belief in the importance of highlighting the stories and nuances embedded in the structures I photograph. ”
~ Robert Fülöp | Romania
“ To win this Award has already been awesome. But to win not only 1, but 3 categories is truly outstanding. It is the crown of my work and it's something to be very proud of. ”
~ Angelo van der Klift | Netherlands
“ I am so honoured to receive two Awards this year. I am working on some other projects and this award certainly motivated me on my photography journey. It certainly gave me confidence in the pathway of my photography journey. I am hoping to produce more impactful images in the coming years. ”
~ Vincent Roy Chau | Hong Kong
“ Winning the European Photography Awards is an incredible honour for me. It's a moment of immense happiness and pride but at the same time, I feel deeply humbled by this recognition, knowing that there are so many talented photographers across Europe who inspire and challenge us. ”
~ Lynn Peiffer | Luxembourg
“ I feel very honoured! In recent years I have had the pleasure of having won several awards and I am excited about each one as if it were the first. It always gives me a boost of confidence and motivation to continue working hard and striving to improve my skills as an artist and photographer. ”
~ Jaqueline Vanek | Spain
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