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The RPS International Photography Exhibition

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Closes

December 15, 2026

Effort

About 4 hours

Cost to apply

Not listed

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What it is

The International Photography Exhibition is the world's longest-running contemporary photography exhibition, held almost annually since 1854. This is an open-call exhibition with no predefined categories; photographers may submit digital images or print work across all subjects and approaches, including alternative photographic processes and experimental work. Selection is anonymous with a changing guest panel for each edition. Entrants can submit four images from a series or four single images, with one free single image entry available to all.

Who it is for

Photographers and image-makers of all ages, including students, amateurs, professionals and non-professionals worldwide.

Open to artists anywhere.

The call says: “Source page: open to applicants from any country”

international

Where

International

When

December 15, 2026

Programme dates not listed

What you get

Exhibition opportunity in a touring show at RPS venues, eligibility for awards totalling £1000 plus 1-year RPS membership, solo exhibition opportunity, journal features, and international recognition.

What you need to apply

  • Digital images for online selection, 4 required
  • Printed work for final selection stage

How long it takes

About 4 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Not listed

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Go to the application

https://rps.org/exhibitions/ipe-168/