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Amateur Photographer of the Year

The overview

An opportunity for your work.

Points-based annual contest run by the UK's oldest photography magazine. Monthly rounds with prizes, culminating in an overall winner. Great for consistent improvement.

Your photographs. Your rights.

good rights

Photographers keep copyright; the organiser takes limited publication rights.

Photographer retains copyright. Magazine publication rights granted.

Understand our rights ratings

Who can enter

Eligibility & entry notes.

Open to all photographers

Beyond the prize

The Exposure Index.

silver tier · 59/100

How we assess exposure
Listing last verified 1 Apr 2026

Dates, fees and terms can change. Read the current rules on the official competition website before entering.