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12AWARDS

Our Vision

Time is the only language every culture speaks, and photography is the art of making it eternal.

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About

12Awards is an independent international photography competition born from a dream to create a borderless sanctuary for the photographic arts. The platform is more than just a contest; it is a dedicated curator of global vision. We strive to unite master photographers, emerging talents, and passionate enthusiasts under one shared love for visual storytelling. Our mission is to salute the achievements of the world’s finest lens-based artists, discover emerging talent, and promote the profound impact of photography worldwide.

Photographer: Peyman Naderi

The Competitions: Annual & Monthly

12Awards Annual Competition, invites professionals and amateurs alike to compete across 12 meticulously curated categories. We believe that true art knows no boundaries, and our platform is built to give every compelling story the international stage it deserves.

To ensure a continuous celebration of fresh perspectives, we also host a dynamic Monthly Instagram Competition(lunching in mid-2026), discovering and promoting the "Best Photographer of the Month" alongside top finalists in our global online exhibition.

Prizes

Photographer
of the year

$1000 Monetary Award

*Exclusive Seat on the 2027 Grand Jury

The 12AWARDS statue

Exclusive Interview Page

Prime annual Book Publication

  • Digital art exhibition
  • Seal and certificate
  • Advertising on international press
  • Publication in our online gallery

Category
Winners

The 12Awards Gold Legacy Medal

Exclusive Interview Page

Prime annual Book Publication

  • Digital art exhibition
  • Seal and certificate
  • Advertising on international press
  • Publication in our online gallery

Highly
Commended

Exclusive Interview Page

Prime annual Book Publication

Digital seal and Certificate

  • Digital art exhibition
  • Seal and certificate
  • Publication in our online gallery

Symbols of Excellence

The 12Awards Trophy

Awarded exclusively to our Photographer of the Year, this masterpiece represents the pinnacle of creative vision.

The Gold Legacy Medal

A testament to mastery within specific photographic disciplines, awarded to our 12 Category Winners.

Badges and Certificates

Category winners and honorable mentions receive gold, silver, and bronze downloadable badges and certificates.

Prime Annual Book

A museum-quality publication featuring the year's most breathtaking imagery from around the globe.