ABOUT THE CONTEST

The annual American PHOTO Images of the Year event is an international competition that is a definitive showcase of the very best of contemporary photography. This juried photo contest offers unmatched exposure to both established and emerging photographers in a wide range of fields, from documentary/ photojournalism to cutting-edge commercial work and will provide an unprecedented opportunity for peer review of your work by professional photographers, museum curators, art critics and influential editors. Winners will be selected on the basis of originality and the overall quality of concept execution.

CATEGORIES

· Photojournalism/Documentary · Commercial Work: Advertising/Editorial · Personal Work · Student Work · Portraiture · Nature

· NEW CATEGORY - EXTREME - This category highlights the passion of photographers who are active participants in life's adventures. We're looking for extreme art; extreme sports; extreme travel; extreme people... it's a new kind of photography and a new kind of lifestyle in which every moment is a memory.

DEADLINE

Entries must be postmarked no later than midnight, October 12th, 2009.

EXTENDED DEADLINE

Entries must be postmarked no later than midnight, October 17th, 2009.

ENTRY FEE

Single Entry: $25 | Series: $40 | Student Work: $10
Extended Entry (October 17th): Single Entry: $35 | Series: $50 | Student Work: $20

An entry can be either a single image or a series of images. A series includes multiple images or pages that make up a cohesive related story. A series is limited to a maximum of 10 images. To enter the student work category you must currently be enrolled in classes.