Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 10 September 2026
PhotoSpiva 2027 is a national photography competition with entry fee of $40, open to amateur and professional photographers in the US and territories. Prizes include $1,000 first place, $750 second, $500 third, plus merit and honorable mention awards. Deadline: January 4, 2027.
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Deadline. January 4, 2027
“Entry Period: November 6, 2026 – January 4, 2027 @ 11:59 PM. Opening Reception & Awards: Friday, March 19, 2027 @ 5:30–7:30 PM. Exhibition: March 20–May 29, 2027.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $40 to apply
“$40 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. 1st $1,000; 2nd $750; 3rd $500; three Merit Awards $150; three Honorable Mentions $100
“Cash awards: 1st place $1,000, 2nd place $750, 3rd place $500, Merit Awards (3) $150 each, Honorable Mentions (3) $100 each.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Any amateur or professional photographer in the United States or its territories. Submitted images must be original work by the photographer; photographer is responsible for obtaining releases from recognizable persons depicted.
How they choose. Juried
“Juried competition. 2026 juror: Dan Winters (renowned photographer). Historical list of professional photographers and curators as jurors.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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