MonoVisions Photography Awards - International Black and White Photo Contest

MONOVISIONS BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS

SUBMISSIONS ARE CLOSED
WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT - JULY 26TH, 2026

MonoVisions Photography Awards 2026 are an international open call for photographers using black and white medium to express their visual language.

PHOTO © SHUCHUAN LIU

CALL FOR ENTRIES
B&W PHOTO CONTEST

Our aim is to discover the best monochrome photographers from all over the world and deliver the best opportunities to be recognized and rewarded for their work. You can compete for $5000 in cash prizes in two categories: Black and White Photo of the Year 2026 and Black and White Series of the Year 2026.

Our annual competition is open to photographers of all backgrounds and all levels, including - professionals and amateurs. We accept all forms of black and white photography created with traditional or digital methods.

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CATEGORIES & DEADLINES

Your work can be submitted in 2 sections: SINGLE photo or SERIES of photos. A series consists of maximum 8 photos, sharing the same idea and concept.

2 MAIN SECTIONS

Black and White Series of the Year
Black and White Photo of the Year

DEADLINES

MAY 17TH, 2026 — Final Deadline
JULY 26TH, 2026 — Winners Announcement

FEES

FINAL DEADLINE

Series 30$
Single 25$

12 CATEGORIES

Abstract
Architecture
Conceptual

Fine Art
Landscapes
Nature and Wildlife

Nude
People
Photojournalism

Portrait
Street Photography
Travel

PHOTO © BOY SURMINSKI

MONOVISIONS AWARDS 2026 PRIZES

TOTAL PRIZE FUND WORTH
$5,000 USD

$3,000 AWARD
Black and White Series of the Year

$2,000 AWARD
Black and White Photo of the Year

BADGES AND CERTIFICATES

All category winners (Single and Series) and Honorable Mentions of MonoVisions Photography Awards will receive downloadable badges and certificates of achievement.