PRIZES

In 2026 Photographer of the Year winners will share in cash and prizes valued at more than $20,000. Check out the prizes from our amazing sponsors below.

 

EDITOR'S CHOICE, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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LANDSCAPE WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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ANIMAL & NATURE WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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SINGLE SHOT WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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PEOPLE WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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BLACK AND WHITE WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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AERIAL WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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TRAVEL WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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CREATIVE WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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JUNIOR WINNER, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2026

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CATEGORY RUNNERS-UP, PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2025

Runners-Up in each of the nine categories will receive a $200 gift card from the team at Ted's cameras.

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