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Our 62nd printed issue of AAP Magazine will celebrate TRAVEL , featuring a selection of the most compelling photographic projects submitted by photographers from around the world. “My life is shaped by the urgent need to wander and observe, and my camera is my passport.” — Steve McCurry Travel is not only about distant destinations. It can be about discovering a place for the first time, returning to somewhere familiar, meeting people along the way, or simply learning to see the world around us differently. We are looking for your vision of travel, from near or far. Show us the landscapes, people, cultures, encounters, and moments that have shaped your journey. Take us to iconic destinations, places known only to you, or somewhere just around the corner. Whether you photograph with a large-format camera, a compact camera, or a mobile phone, we want to see how you experience and interpret the world through photography. There is a world out there to explore. Take us some...

Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level. WHY ENTER THE SOLO EXHIBITION? Global Reach: Showcase your work to a wide international audience through one of the most dynamic photography portals on the web. Open to All Genres: Whether you work in photojournalism, street photography, fine art, landscape, or portraiture — all categories and subjects are welcome. Unleash your creativity. For All Photographers: Open to professionals and enthusiasts alike. Submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio that reflects your unique vision. EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS • Featured Solo Exhibition — Presented for an entire month across our Home Page, Competition Gallery, and Exhibition Directory • Exclusive Interview — Share your story and insights with a global audience • Permanent Online Presence — Your exhibition remai...

Nature Unveiled: Capturing the Splendor of Landscapes, Wildlife, Flora & Fauna Our 60th printed issue of AAP Magazine will feature the best projects showcasing the theme "Nature" . Nature photography is a captivating and diverse genre that focuses on capturing the beauty and essence of the natural world. It encompasses various aspects such as landscape photography, wildlife photography, as well as flora and fauna, each offering its own unique charm and opportunities for exploration. Landscape photography reveals the grandeur and vastness of our planet—from breathtaking mountains and rolling hills to serene lakes, cascading waterfalls, and dramatic coastlines. It can also include abandoned, man-made structures reclaimed by nature, where vegetation takes over what humans left behind. Wildlife photography is another prominent aspect of nature photography. It involves photographing animals in their natural habitats, capturing their behavior, movements, and interac...

MORE INFORMATION HERE Our 59th printed issue of AAP Magazine will feature the best projects showcasing the theme "Shapes". A shape is the form of an object or its external boundary, outline, or external surface. Look around you, observe all the points, lines, patterns or silhouettes that surround us. Square or circle, triangle or hexagon, rectangle or oval, the choice is yours! Reveal us the elements that abstract into light, texture, shape and shadow! The rhythm of surfaces, lines, and values is for me the essence of photography; composition should be a constant of preoccupation... an organic coordination of visual elements Henri Cartier-Bresson Send us your images - series preferably- both where shapes may not just influence the pictures, but where it may also be the subject solely. Whether in architecture, portrait, landscape, nude, street or any other form of photography - classic or experimental: we're open to all genres and we want to discover the best an...

More information here Our 58th printed issue of AAP Magazine will feature the best projects showcasing the theme "Black and White". EBlack and white photography evokes timeless poetry, nostalgia, and emotional depth. By removing color, monochrome photography emphasizes contrast, composition, texture, light, and form, revealing the pure essence of the subject. This enduring photographic style continues to inspire photographers across genres and generations. This black and white photography contest is open to all interpretations of monochrome photography, including but not limited to photojournalism, street photography, documentary photography, portraiture, nude photography, landscape photography, wildlife, urban photography, architecture, fashion photography, and fine art photography. Applicants are invited to submit a cohesive body of work or photographic portfolio, consisting of at least 3 images that clearly belong together as a unified series or project (connecte...

MORE INFORMATION HERE AAP Magazine#57 "Portrait" invites photographers to explore humanity in each of us. From the classic studio portraits to the rise of the selfie, the best portraits give a glimpse into somebody's soul, a connection formed across countries, cultures and ages. We seek the submission of photographs that celebrate the aesthetic and conceptual considerations involved in the creation of the portrait: celebrate diversity, creativity, honesty and self-expression. Studio portraits, candid street shots, self-portraits, conceptual and fine art all welcome. With 7.57 billion people to choose from around the world, show us the ones that matter to you. All genres, capture types, color and B&W, traditional and non-traditional photographic and digital post-production processes are welcome for submission. Applications will be assessed on three criteria: creativity, originality and the visual / emotional impact of the image. The winners will be announced ...

More information here Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level. WHY ENTER THE SOLO EXHIBITION? Global Reach: Showcase your work to a wide international audience through one of the most dynamic photography platforms online. Open to All Genres: Whether you work in photojournalism, street photography, fine art, landscape, or portraiture — all categories and subjects are welcome. Unleash your creativity. For All Photographers: Open to professionals and enthusiasts alike. Submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio that reflects your unique vision. EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS • Featured Solo Exhibition — Presented for an entire month across our Home Page, Competition Gallery, and Exhibition Directory • Exclusive Interview — Share your story and insights with a global audience • Permanent Online Pres...

Unleash the Poetry of Shadows Photography has always existed at the intersection of light and darkness. When light fades, shadows appear—stretching across surfaces, shaping forms, and revealing stories that might otherwise remain unseen. In photography, shadows are not merely the absence of light; they are a creative force capable of transforming the ordinary into something deeply evocative. With its newest international call for entries, All About Photo invites photographers from around the world to explore this powerful visual language in AAP Magazine #56: SHADOWS . This upcoming edition will present a curated selection of compelling photographic projects dedicated to the artistic possibilities of shadow. The Expressive Power of Shadows Shadows are among the most poetic elements in photography. They shape composition, create atmosphere, and introduce a sense of mystery that encourages viewers to look deeper. A shadow may conceal as much as it reveals, leaving space for im...

“To take photographs means to recognize - simultaneously and within a fraction of a second - both the fact itself and the rigorous organization of visually perceived forms that give it meaning. It is putting one's head, one's eye and one's heart on the same axis.” Henri Cartier-Bresson Step into a world of creativity and recognition with the 11th edition of the All About Photo Awards – The Mind’s Eye. For over a decade, we have provided photographers from around the world with a global platform to showcase their work, gain international exposure, and compete for over $100,000 in prizes awarded to date. Prizes: Winners will receive $5,000 in cash awards, extensive press coverage and global recognition. The grand prize is $2,500, the 2nd prize is $1,000, the 3rd prize is $750, the 4th prize is $500, and the 5th prize is $250! All 50 winners will have their work published or showcased in the All About Photo Winners Gallery, newsletter, social media, and will be feat...

Get International Exposure and Connect with Industry Insiders, Art Collectors and Potential Buyers Want Your Own Solo Photography Exhibition? Here's How to Get Featured Worldwide Each month, one talented photographer is selected for a Solo Exhibition on All About Photo’s dedicated showroom pages — offering unparalleled visibility to a global audience of collectors, editors, curators, and photography lovers. Next Exhibition Dates: January 1–31, 2026 Why You Should Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition At All About Photo, we believe great photography deserves to be seen. Whether you’re a professional or an emerging photographer, this is your chance to have your work showcased in a powerful, month-long online exhibition. This isn’t just another online feature — it’s a launchpad. What You Get if Selected Solo Exhibition for One Month Your work is featured across our website — including our home page, exhibition gallery, and global photography directory. Excl...

Nature photography is a captivating genre that celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world. It embraces landscapes, wildlife, flora, and fauna — each offering its own visual poetry and emotional depth. Landscape photography captures the grandeur of mountains, rolling hills, lakes, waterfalls, and coastlines, as well as the quiet power of man-made structures reclaimed by nature. Wildlife photography reveals the behavior and spirit of animals in their natural habitats, from tropical rainforests to arid deserts. Flora and fauna photography highlights the intricate colors, textures, and patterns of plants and living organisms, showcasing the delicate artistry of the natural world. Across all its forms, nature photography seeks to convey the harmony and fragility of our planet. It invites viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the environment — inspiring awareness and a deeper respect for the wonders that surround us. Winners will receive $1,000 in cash awards,...

Juror: Ed Kashi Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level. WHY ENTER THE SOLO EXHIBITION? Global Reach: The Solo Exhibition allows you to showcase your work to a wide audience through one of the most dynamic photography portals on the web. Open to All Genres: Whether you're into photojournalism, street photography, fine art, landscapes, or portraiture—this competition welcomes all categories and subjects. Unleash your creativity! For All Photographers: Open to both professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. Submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio that reflects your unique vision. EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS: Featured Solo Exhibition: Your work will be showcased for a full month across our Home Page, Competition Gallery and Photography Exhibition Directory. Exclusive Interview: In-depth...

Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level. WHY ENTER THE SOLO EXHIBITION? Global Reach: The Solo Exhibition allows you to showcase your work to a wide audience through one of the most dynamic photography portals on the web. Open to All Genres: Whether you're into photojournalism, street photography, fine art, landscapes, or portraiture—this competition welcomes all categories and subjects. Unleash your creativity! For All Photographers: Open to both professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. Submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio that reflects your unique vision. EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS: Featured Solo Exhibition: Your work will be showcased for a full month across our Home Page, Competition Gallery and Photography Exhibition Directory. Exclusive Interview: In-depth insights and uniq...

More information here Our 52nd printed issue of AAP Magazine will feature the best projects showcasing the theme "STREET". Encyclopedia Britannica defines Street photography has "a genre that records everyday life in a public place." Photographers have been documenting their environment since the invention of photography. The image "View of the Boulevard du Temple" by Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre, shows a Parisian street in 1838. Later encouraged by improvements in the portability and quality of cameras many photographers decided to record urban life. Charles Nègre, Eugene Atget, Alfred Stieglitz, Andre Kertesz, Berenice Abbott, Henri Cartier Bresson, Brassaï, Walker Evans, Robert Frank, Diane Arbus, Vivian Maier, Garry Winogrand, Lee Friedlander, William Eggleston... are amongst the many iconic photographers who captured changes in the fast-paced world of life in towns and cities. Capturing the essence of the urban lifestyle is now both a popula...

DEADLINE JUNE 20, 2025 Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level. WHY ENTER THE SOLO EXHIBITION? Global Reach: The Solo Exhibition allows you to showcase your work to a wide audience through one of the most dynamic photography portals on the web. Open to All Genres: Whether you're into photojournalism, street photography, fine art, landscapes, or portraiture—this competition welcomes all categories and subjects. Unleash your creativity! For All Photographers: Open to both professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. Submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio that reflects your unique vision. EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS: Featured Solo Exhibition: Your work will be showcased for a full month across our Home Page, Competition Gallery and Photography Exhibition Directory. Exclusive Interview: I...

All About Photo launches the new edition of AAP Magazine B&W . Black and white photography evokes poetry, nostalgia. The timelessness of black and white images focuses on its subjects, highlights contrasts, lines and enhances the power of light. The contest is open to any B&W photography interpretation, from photojournalism, street photography, artistic photography, portrait, nude, landscapes, nature, wildlife, urban, architecture, fashion, fine art or documentary photography. Winners will receive $1,000 in cash awards, their winning image(s) or full portfolio published in AAP Magazine Vol.49, extensive press coverage and global recognition. All winners will have their work published in the third printed issue of AAP Magazine, a free copy of the magazine and their portfolio showcased in the Winners Gallery of www.all-about-photo.com. Please send us a cohesive body of work or portfolio. Only a unified group of photos will be published in AAP Magazine. More inform...

More information here Our 10th edition of the All About Photo Awards invites photographers from around the world to submit their best work for consideration. In reference to Henri Cartier-Bresson's photo essay, The Mind's Eye investigates the depth and thoughts behind each image. "To take photographs means to recognize - simultaneously and within a fraction of a second - both the fact itself and the rigorous organization of visually perceived forms that give it meaning. It is putting one's head, one's eye and one's heart on the same axis". Henri Cartier-Bresson Embark on a transformative journey with us as we celebrate the 10th edition of the All About Photo Awards - The Mind's Eye! Over the years, we've propelled hundreds of talented photographers into the spotlight, providing a global stage for their incredible work and dishing out a staggering $105,000 in awards. Why submit your masterpiece? Our esteemed panel of international jurors...

“My life is shaped by the urgent need to wander and observe, and my camera is my passport.” – Steve McCurry AAP Magazine invites photographers from around the world to submit their best travel photography for Issue 45: Travels. Whether you’ve captured stunning landscapes, vibrant street scenes, or intimate moments that reveal the soul of a destination, we want to see your story through the lens. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we’re looking for images that celebrate the essence of travel, embracing diverse cultures, people, and places. It doesn’t matter if your journey is across the globe or just around the corner—what matters is your perspective and the story your photos tell. What We’re Looking For We welcome all genres and styles of photography, including color and black-and-white, traditional and non-traditional approaches, and all types of post-production processes. Whether you shoot with a professional DSLR, a film camera, or a mobile phone, this is your chance to s...

More information here Life is a stream of colors. Red, blue, yellow, and all the possible combinations in between these primary colors without forgetting black and white surround us everywhere. Send us your images - preferably a cohesive body of work or portfolio - both where colors may not just influence the pictures, but where it may also be the subject solely. The contest is open to any color photography interpretation, from photojournalism, street photography, artistic photography, portrait, nude, landscapes, nature, wildlife, urban, architecture, fashion, fine art or documentary photography. Winners will receive $1,000 in cash awards, their winning image(s) or full portfolio published in AAP Magazine #43, extensive press coverage and global recognition. All winners will have their work published in the 35th printed issue of AAP Magazine, a free copy of the magazine and their portfolio showcased in the Winners Gallery of www.all-about-photo.com. 1st Place winner Cash...

Get International Exposure and Connect with Industry Insiders, Art Collectors and Potential Buyers Win an online Solo Exhibition in July 2024 Get International Exposure and Connect with Industry Insiders, Art Collectors and Potential Buyers Each month an amazing photographer will be awarded a Solo Exhibition in our new dedicated showroom pages. Next exhibition dates: July 1-31, 2024 We want to showcase incredible work. Photography that awakens our imagination, transforms our way of thinking, or simply resonates with who we are. The Solo Exhibition enables you to reach a wider audience through our independent magazine that has become one of the most vibrant portals of photography on the web. The Solo Exhibition competition is open to any category of photography or subject matter. Photojournalism, street photography, artistic photography, portrait, nudes, landscapes, nature, wildlife, urban, architecture, fashion, fine art, or documentary photography, the subject doesn...