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TIP gives photographers meaningful recognition and valuable opportunities to share their work. A platform that takes photography—and the artists behind it—seriously.
Olivia MazzolaIT ∙ 15 Sep 2026 -
The Independent Photographer is a high quality, super professional platform with legendary judges.
Nigel MaloneAU ∙ 10 Jun 2026 -
The diversity in images showcased and amazing judges makes The Independent Photographer competitions a great place to enter your photography. Well organized, incredible photos and support to get your work out into the world!
Ingrid KlevmarkES ∙ 11 May 2026 -
I have participated in a couple of photo contests but this one in particular was easy from the get go, professional, transparent and by far has a reach that most others would wish for.
Xavier Autrey HolschneiderMX ∙ 8 May 2025 -
One of the best photography competitions and website out there.
Suresh NaganathanIN ∙ 16 Apr 2025 -
In a sea of photo competitions they are top! Very interesting contents and articles too. The submission fee is very reasonable. Their communication excellent and the quality of the judges is impressive. I highly recommend it
Alessandra ManzottiIT ∙ 20 Jan 2025 -
Fantastic opportunity to gain exposure an as emerging photographer and to engage with the broader community.
Mohammad KamalAE ∙ 14 Jan 2025 -
A great award managed by very professional team. One of the most serious and well curated award you can meet.
Nicola DucatiIT ∙ 13 Jan 2025 -
This is one of the better photography competitions. High-quality work and judges, fair prices, and good themes. Disclaimer: I also won a few prizes and they always pay out very quickly and communicate properly.
Florian KriechbaumerDE ∙ 13 Nov 2024 -
The Independent Photographer contests and magazine have offered me a global stage in my beginning chapters as a drone photographer... I can't thank them enough for their encouragement and support.
Joanna SteidleUS ∙ 18 Sep 2024 -
The TIP Team is very professional. I also appreciated the level of the judges. There are many photographic contests around, but only a few are able to inspire and guide, to make you feel a part of the process, and embrace all types of creativity.
Ivana SunjicIT ∙ 11 Jun 2024 -
An amazing resource for photographers and legit competitions judged by some of the most incredible photographers from around the world.
Ashraful ArefinBD ∙ 15 Jan 2024 -
All the communications with the TIP team have been very pleasant and efficient. I'd highly recommend following their publication and contests! Totally legit and excellently curated.
Diana BarthauerCH ∙ 12 Jan 2024 -
It has been a wonderful experience to participate in the monthly competition. Also, I would like to extend my gratitude to the TIP team for their prompt communication and assistance.
Sudeep LalIN ∙ 16 Nov 2023 -
Well-organised photo competition and really quick in communication and delivery of prizes.
Stefano LotumoloIT ∙ 14 Sep 2023 -
Communication was great with the TIP team, they have great tools that work very well (like the uploads). I believe that their site has excellent content, and I love what they do for the photography domain in general.
Ana AlexandrescuRO ∙ 25 Jul 2023 -
The Independent Photographer is a great global platform for photographers who want to share their art and test their skills worldwide.
Sergio VolaniUS ∙ 15 Dec 2022 -
Great online magazine about photography. Congrats to the team for the consistency!
Greg MoKH ∙ 16 Jun 2022 -
An excellent resource for photographers. They're competitions attract top judges and experts in the field of photography. The gallery and features are educational and very inspiring. Top-notch photography platform all around.
Rebecca MosemanUS ∙ 16 Mar 2022 -
TIP provides a platform viewed by many industry experts allowing your work to be seen by all kinds of publications. Their social media promotion is excellent and their reward payment service is efficiently prompt.
Justin KeeneUK ∙ 13 Jun 2020 -
Each competition shows a beautiful gallery of talent and work, artfully selecting worthy images in each category. The judge's honest and well-worded critique was a truly welcomed prize.
Conrad GolovacUS ∙ 16 Apr 2019 -
It was an honor to be chosen as winner. The prize money will allow the purchase the printer & scanner that I've been wanting. This opportunity has not only given me exposure, but it has allowed me to continue to work. Thank you.
Marcus MaddoxUS ∙ 18 Jan 2019 -
The submit process was easy and smooth. The feedback from the judge was spot on and thoughtful. On top of that, the prize money helped me to expand further my work. Thank you!
Alessandra D'InnellaIT ∙ 16 Apr 2018 -
It was an honor to be selected as competition winner. I really appreciated the judge’s comments and the way all photographs are displayed on the website.
Madoka IkegamiJP ∙ 12 Jan 2017
