Critics’ Choice 2022 || Photography Contest
Details
Critics’ Choice 2022 is designed to maximize exposure as well as opportunities for talented photographers who are ready for the global stage and international markets.
Each critic will personally select three photographers with outstanding talent and creative vision — so as many as 60 photographers can be recognized with this year’s honors. The awards are open to all photographers and all kinds of photography.
Awards
| BENEFITS | TOP 10 PICKS | CRITICS’ PICKS | EDITORS’ PICKS(1) | EVERY ENTRANT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 in Cash Awards | ⬤ | |||
| Exhibition in Paris during Paris Photo 2022 | ⬤ | |||
| Featured in International Photo Festival Projections | ⬤ | ⬤ | ||
| Visibility with LensCulture Insiders | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | |
| International Press Exposure | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | |
| Submission Review by Photo Industry Specialist(2) | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Massive Exposure to our Global Audience of 3 Million | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| LensCulture Portfolio Account(3) | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Opportunity to be in LensCulture Discoveries(4) | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Share your Work with the Global Photography Community | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
| Opportunities for Immediate Exposure | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ | ⬤ |
Entry Fee
The entry is free for one photo entry. There will be $10 for each additional photo. H
If you enter the contest with 5 images, it will be $35. It will cost $10 for each additional photography. Moreover, you can add a professional written review of your submission for an additional $15.
Max 10 images, judged as a series with a $45 entry fee. Your submission should work as a group, thematically or aesthetically. Moreover, you can add a professional written review of your submission for an additional $15.
Selection Process
Each Critic will select 3 photographers and then up to 60 photographers will be chosen.
Instead of winners and finalists decided by consensus vote, each critic will select three photographers who stand out to them personally. The experts will write short statements of appreciation about each of their choices.
Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Competitions and Awards |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 20 April,2022 |
| Field | Photography |
| Open to | All |
| Organizer | lensculture |