Deadline:
July 17, 2024
Location(s)
Online
Overview
The Epson International Pano Awards was founded in 2009 by Australian landscape photographer David Evans (2015 AIPP Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year) with the support of Epson Australia, and has since grown into a collaboration between dedicated professional photographers, industry professionals and sponsors. It is a labour of love for all involved. The competition is dedicated to the craft and art of panoramic photography, and is the world’s largest one devoted to the genre. The prize pool for is worth $40,000 and includes $14,000 (US) in cash.
Details
The EPSON International Pano Awards is open to all photographers and entries can be submitted in the following three (3) competition categories:
- Nature/ Landscapes
- Built Environment/ Architecture
- Amateur Awards
- VR/360 Awards
Last year, a total of 2,444 entries by 1,258 photographers from 72 different countries, were submitted.
Our aim is to give the genre of panoramic photography its day in the sun, especially via the showcase of winning and top-scoring entries to media around the world. Fees are set to cover IT, marketing and PR, prize money, judges fees and administration of the competition only. There are no company profits to the organiser, Epson, or any sponsors or entities.
We would like to acknowledge our headline sponsor Epson Australia, and all our sponsors and judges, for their invaluable support. We strive for continual improvement and run an inclusive competition that recognises the many facets of panoramic photography. Therefore, we welcome feedback and suggestions… don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
- OPEN AND VR/360 COMPETITIONS = ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS ELIGIBLE (INCLUDING NON-PROFESSIONALS)
- AMATEUR COMPETITION = NON-PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
An Amateur is defined for this competition as someone who earns less than USD$20,000 per year from photography as an occupation. Amateurs may enter the Open, Amateur or VR competitions.
All photographers earning more than US$20,000 per year from photography may ONLY enter the Open or VR/360 competitions. Winners in the Amateur competition will be thoroughly checked for Amateur status.
Dates
Deadline: July 17, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
Total prize pool worth is $40,000 and includes $14,000 (US) in cash.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
