Mobile Photography Awards 2026

The 15th annual Mobile Photography Awards (MPA), the longest-running international competition dedicated to photographs shot and edited entirely on mobile phones and tablets. Twelve photo categories plus a dedicated Photo Essay category; each image may be entered in up to two categories. Over $10,000 in total prizes including a $3,000 Grand Prize, $250 per category winner and a $500 Photo Essay prize, with winners exhibited. Open worldwide to anyone shooting on a mobile device. Tiered entry fees from $15 for a single image up to $149 for 25 images ($29 for the Photo Essay category). Entries run through December 18, 2026.