Zyne, our celebrated in-house photography magazine, proudly invites photographers from every corner of the world to submit their work for our international juried photography contest—an open stage where diverse voices, perspectives, and visions come together to celebrate the art of photography.
About the Contest & Organizer
Zyne is a biannual international photography magazine published and run by Creative Genes, and founded by Vivek Verma in August 2025.
The Jury
- Jozef Danyi, Czech Republic;
- Zuzana Fajmonová, Czech Republic;
- Pavel Ziegler, Prague;
- Rem(o)n Díaz, Miami;
- Ali Zolghadri, Dubai.
What the Jury is Looking for:
- Push the imagination beyond mainstream imagery.
- Thought-provoking visuals.
- Strong narrative, and conceptual depth.
Categories
- Abstract Photography
- Street Photography
- Black and White Photography
- Landscape Photography
- Minimalism Photography
Key Dates
- Submission Opens: 19 August 2025
- Submission Deadline: 19 October 2025
- Results Announcement: 19 November 2025
- Publication: February 2026 Issue of Zyne
Entry Fee
You can submit up to 5 images in each category for FREE.
You’re welcome to enter multiple categories.
Prizes & Recognition
EXHIBITION: The first-place winner in each category will have their work exhibited in a major Indian city such as Mumbai, Delhi, or Kolkata.
INTERVIEW: From the five winners in each category, the top two chosen by the Editorial Team will receive exclusive interview coverage in Zyne.
PUBLICATION: The top 10 entries, including the award winners (1st and 2nd prize) under each submission category, will be published in the February 2026 issue of Zyne.
GLOBAL EXPOSURE & CERTIFICATE OF MERIT: The top 50 shortlisted work will be featured across our website, blog (Creative Genes) and social media channels, and will be given a certificate of merit.
Eligibility
- Open to international photographers at all levels
How to Submit
- Visit Contest Website
- Upload your work as per guidelines.
Useful Links
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