15th edition
Discover the photographic categories to which you can submit your photos. You will be able to compete in as many as you want and win in each of them, as well as competing for Photographer of the Year 2024!
A jury of big international names, including Magnum Photographer Harry Gruyaert, Olympic photographer Adam Pretty, chief editors of major industry publications and many more!
In addition to competing for the title of Photographer of the Year 2024, you can win as first place in your category. Get noticed by the photographers on the jury and win media coverage in major magazines!
01.04 » 21.06.2024
Submissions open for Single Photos, Projects & Portfolios, Books, Zines and young section
By the end of June 2024
Selected Photographers will be published on the website in alphabetical order (not ranked). 20% of selected photographers will have the chance to participate in summer exhibitions and previews as well.
By the middle of July 2024
Semifinalists will be published on the website in alphabetical order (not ranked): about 800 single photos, 100 projects & portfolios and 20 books will be selected.
By the end of July 2024
Finalist Photographers will be published on the website in alphabetical order (not ranked): about 200 single photos, 30 projects & portfolios and 5 books will be selected.
Mid-September 2024
Shortlist will be published on the website in alphabetical order (not ranked): about 40 single photos, 5 projects & portfolios and 3 books
Saturday 26 October 2024
Winner announcement and award ceremony live at Trieste Photo Days: overall winner, first classified, honorable mentions, special selected.
Discover the new URBAN 2024 trophies and medals by Giorgio Celiberti™, the illustrious Venice Biennale Italian artist.
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The international photo contest dedicated to young talents!
Submit your photo to URBAN Photo Arena 2024! Other than competing for victory you will be able to experience the competition as a juror voting the competing photos.
Get your work seen by our international jurors and special guests!