MUSE Photography Awards 2026
MUSE Photography Awards is run by International Awards Associate, the same group that operates several other geographically-titled photography competitions. The 2026 edition runs across 14+ categories including Fine Art, Commercial, Nature, People, Minimalist, Editorial, Black & White, Architecture, Fashion, and Mobile.
The structure is split: separate Professional and Amateur/Student divisions, with the same categories on each side.
Top prize is $3,000. Winners are featured on Muse.World, the platform's annual digital showcase.
The 2026 jury is large — over 20 photographers, art directors, and creative professionals from multiple countries.
Eligibility is open globally. Submission is through the awards website with single image or series (2–8 images). Fee is tiered $25–$55. The 2026 deadline was March 26; results announced April 10, 2026.
Jury: Jae Leong, Judging Committee Chairperson, International Awards Associate · Ryo Utsunomiya, Photographer & Artist · Rémi Masson, Photographer & Cameraman · Tomáš Neuwirth, Qualified European Photographer · Alessandra Minotti, Professional Photographer & Visual Artist · Francis De Andrés, Freelance Photographer · Benny Lau, Photographer & Short Film Director · Patrizia Burra, Professional Photographer · Donell Gumiran, Founder & Design Director, Muna Creative Agency · Ella Mack, Photographer & Owner, Tea & Oranges · Zhou Wen Jun, Founder & Design Director, 524 Studio · Ronn Lee, Creative Partner, BEAMY · Jai Thakur, Independent Photographer · Leon Syfrit, Photographer · Derek Galon, Freelance Photographer & Cameraman · Ionel Onofras, Photographer · Gigi Chung, Fine Art Photographer · Viral Padiya, Photographer · Shashwat Das, Founder & Director, Almond Branding · Jarvis Grant, Creative Strategist & Imaging Specialist · José Martinez Silva, CEO & Principal Architect, ATELIER CENTRAL
Organized by International Awards Associate