Photography Contest
Prix Picto de la Mode 2026
Deadline |
CLOSEDTheme |
FashionTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Less than 35 years oldEntry Fees |
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PictoThe 28th edition of the PICTO Fashion Photography Award holds a special significance for the PICTO Foundation.
Following 2025, the year in which PICTO celebrated its 75th anniversary, 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of the “PICTO Foundation” endowment fund.
This year also coincides with a major milestone in the history of photography: the celebration of its bicentennial.
The Picto Prize for Fashion Photography is a cornerstone of the initiatives led by PICTO, a historic player in the photographic ecosystem, in support of creation and emerging talent.
Established nearly 30 years ago, the prize reflects a long-standing commitment to photography and, in 2026, resonates with the celebration of its bicentennial.
We aim to make the 2026 edition an exceptional event for these emerging talents—finalists and laureates alike—who will receive the four prizes awarded this year.
This year, we are delighted to welcome Valérie Belin as President of the Jury.
As in previous years, four awards will be presented at the 28th ceremony of the Picto Fashion Photography Prize:
– The Picto Fashion Photography Award highlights a style that contributes to the advancement of photographic creation in the service of fashion and luxury.
The originality of the artistic signature and the inspiration evoked by the series will be the key qualities emphasized by this historic award, supported by Leica.
– The le19M endowment for Fine Craft Photography recognizes a visual style capable of developing original creative proposals around the Fashion Craft trades.
Aesthetic approach, personal universe, and sensitivity will determine the winner, who will collaborate with one of the resident houses of le19M—an exceptional venue designed by CHANEL, dedicated to the creation and transmission of the Fashion and Decorative Arts métiers.
– The Filippo Roversi endowment rewards the originality of the vision, the uniqueness of the professional background, and the artistic approach.
This award is supported by photographer Paolo Roversi, who will share a portfolio review and a signed print with the recipient.
– The LGA Management / JANVIER endowment, in collaboration with LGA Management Agency and JANVIER Digital Photo Lab, recognizes a visual talent whose photography and art direction, applied to the worlds of beauty, still life, or luxury, extends across multiple mediums (print, digital, motion design, and video).
Following 2025, the year in which PICTO celebrated its 75th anniversary, 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of the “PICTO Foundation” endowment fund.
This year also coincides with a major milestone in the history of photography: the celebration of its bicentennial.
The Picto Prize for Fashion Photography is a cornerstone of the initiatives led by PICTO, a historic player in the photographic ecosystem, in support of creation and emerging talent.
Established nearly 30 years ago, the prize reflects a long-standing commitment to photography and, in 2026, resonates with the celebration of its bicentennial.
We aim to make the 2026 edition an exceptional event for these emerging talents—finalists and laureates alike—who will receive the four prizes awarded this year.
This year, we are delighted to welcome Valérie Belin as President of the Jury.
As in previous years, four awards will be presented at the 28th ceremony of the Picto Fashion Photography Prize:
– The Picto Fashion Photography Award highlights a style that contributes to the advancement of photographic creation in the service of fashion and luxury.
The originality of the artistic signature and the inspiration evoked by the series will be the key qualities emphasized by this historic award, supported by Leica.
– The le19M endowment for Fine Craft Photography recognizes a visual style capable of developing original creative proposals around the Fashion Craft trades.
Aesthetic approach, personal universe, and sensitivity will determine the winner, who will collaborate with one of the resident houses of le19M—an exceptional venue designed by CHANEL, dedicated to the creation and transmission of the Fashion and Decorative Arts métiers.
– The Filippo Roversi endowment rewards the originality of the vision, the uniqueness of the professional background, and the artistic approach.
This award is supported by photographer Paolo Roversi, who will share a portfolio review and a signed print with the recipient.
– The LGA Management / JANVIER endowment, in collaboration with LGA Management Agency and JANVIER Digital Photo Lab, recognizes a visual talent whose photography and art direction, applied to the worlds of beauty, still life, or luxury, extends across multiple mediums (print, digital, motion design, and video).
Featured Photo Contest
AAP Magazine #62 / TRAVELS
Our 62nd printed issue of AAP Magazine will feature the best projects showcasing the theme: Travels. Reflect on your past or current adventures, expand our horizons from the four corners of the globe!
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Best Photography Contests in 2025
Each year, there are hundreds of photography competitions all over the world, so we've decided to select for you the best of the best! Our selection of the best photo contests in 2025 is thoroughly curated to help you, whether you are a professional photographer or an amateur, to help find your next creative breakthrough. These all-star competitions offer the greatest opportunities for international exposure and/or incredible financial benefits. Some of them are closing soon, so get your photo submissions in!
ENDS 10/13/26
For 2026, the amount of the W. Eugene Smith Student Grant is $5,000. The grant provides two students with the opportunity to complete a photographic essay.
ENDS 10/13/26
For 2026, the amount of the W. Eugene Smith Grant is $30,000, and two additional $10,000 Finalist Grants will be awarded.
ENDS 10/14/26
This year we're excited to exhibit our Emerging Talent winners in Paris alongside Paris Photo, the world's largest international art fair dedicated to photography!
ENDS 10/14/26
From crossing paths with a black cat to honoring ancestors at vibrant altars, humans have always used stories, rituals, and visual symbols to make sense of fate, luck, and the unseen.
ENDS 10/15/26
A total of $8,000 in grants will be awarded to three outstanding artists
ENDS 10/15/26
€10,000 in cash plus an exhibition at PhMuseum Lab, screenings at PhotoVogue Festival, and more
ENDS 10/16/26
We are looking for your travel photographs, near and far, to the edge of the earth and to the places perhaps known only to you.
ENDS 10/31/26
If you're a passionate amateur or professional photographer, we invite you to share your photographic project with us.
ENDS 11/01/26
The best photographs will be presented in an exhibition in the Principality of Monaco, then touring in various locations around the world, as well as in a high-quality photography book.
ENDS 11/05/26
To help photographers improve their chances, we have launched a portfolio and contest submission review service.
ENDS 11/05/26
The acclaimed and renonwned photography grant contest from Gomma. The ninth year in the making. High international exposure and funding.
ENDS 11/17/26
Exhibition: 34 photographers exhibited in Barcelona, Spain, from November 5 to December 11, 2026, at Centre Cívic Pati Llimona
ENDS 11/22/26
The criteria for selection by a jury of professional in the photographic field are a height creative level, originality and a coherent personal vision.
ENDS 11/30/26
Selected photobooks will be featured in Der Greif’s Articles section, including a dedicated editorial feature highlighting the project, its context, and the maker(s).
ENDS 12/01/26
Empowering photographers and storytellers to tell powerful, long-term stories about the people and communities protecting our planet and wildlife.
ENDS 12/08/26
The Rencontres d’Arles is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Discovery Award. Jury award of €15,000 and public award of €5,000
ENDS 01/02/27
Turn your unique perspective on architecture into an award-winning visual narrative in the Luis Ferreira Alves Photography Competition.
ENDS 01/05/27
Dedicated to young photographers under 19 years-old - first prize is top Sony digital imaging equipment plus benefit from global exposure
ENDS 01/05/27
Rewarding the best single images! Enter for free and you could win $5,000, top Sony digital imaging equipment plus more!
ENDS 01/12/27
Rewarding the best photo series worldwide! Enter for free and you could win $25,000, a range of Sony digital imaging equipment plus more!
ENDS 02/07/27
Competition dedicated to telling food stories through photography
ENDS 03/31/27
Entries are open worldwide to photographers using an iPhone or iPad. Photos should not be published previously anywhere. The posts on personal accounts (Facebook, Instagram etc.) are eligible.
ENDS 03/31/27
Exhibition at the Pure Street Photography Awards Exhibition in India
ENDS 11/26/27
Provides a platform for photography students worldwide - first prize is top Sony digital imaging equipment plus benefit from global exposure