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Unsplash Awards 2026

Unsplash

Apply by31 October 2026

Photography Each category winner: USD $500 plus equipment; competitive prize, not pay ⌖ Worldwide · online

The opportunity

Opportunity overview

Submit eligible photography to the 2026 Unsplash Awards across ten categories. Submissions close 31 October at 11:59 pm PST. Each category winner receives USD $500 plus a camera bag and a choice of lighting equipment or a protective case. This is a competition, not paid work; no award is guaranteed.

Expected output

Deliverables

Submit eligible images to the chosen award category through Unsplash.

What they need

Requirements

Check Unsplash's eligibility, submission rules and image rights before entering.