and legendary photography agency
Magnum Photosare joining forces to produce one of the best opportunities for photographers all over the world to be recognized and rewarded for their talent.
2017marks a significant year for
Magnumas they celebrate
70 yearssince four pioneering photographers toasted the conception of an independent photo agency. This landmark anniversary will be marked by a series of international events, projects and partnerships, with an emphasis on the agency’s digital presence and the photography community at large.
Ahead of the anniversary celebrations,
Magnum Photosand
LensCultureinvite you to enter our inaugural
Magnum Photography Awards, an international call to discover the best photographers from all over the world.
There are six categories:
•
Documentary•
Portrait•
Street•
Photojournalism•
Fine Art•
OpenYou may submit single images and series (
10 photos reviewed as one entry. Submission should work together as a group, thematically or aesthetically).
Entry fees:
• 20 USD for 1 single photo and 10 USD for each additional photo
• 60 USD for a related series of 10 photos reviewed as one entry
Eligibility
Open to photographers of all levels, all types of photography, all points of view, all countries, and all ages.
Prize
The distinguished jury will select
12 Winnersand
20 Finalistsfrom each category. In addition, the jury will select 7 photographers as
Jurors’ Picksand give out 5
Student Spotlightawards to young, up-and-coming talents.
Winners, finalists and top-rated photographers will gain access to an unprecedented level of
global exposure and recognitionfrom two of the largest organizations in the photo industry, with a combined audience of over 4 million.