
8th edition
Chelsea International Photography Competition
The Chelsea International Photography Competition provides winning participants an opportunity to exhibit at our New York gallery in the heart of Chelsea.
Mojgan Arashvand, Spirit of the Carnival · 7th edition selected artist
Open for Entries · Closes Nov 3, 2026
- Amateur
- $45 · 5 images
- Professional
- $55 · 5 images
- Deadline
- November 3, 2026
- Exhibition
- February 2027 · Chelsea, New York
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AWARDS, PRIZES & BENEFITS
- Collective Exhibition30 photographers
30 photographers will be selected to exhibit in New York City at Agora Gallery, 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea — one of the world’s most recognized gallery districts.
- Cash Prizes$500 Each · 5 Winners
5 photographers will each receive a cash award of $500.
- The Art of Light AwardBy Harlowe
Presented by Harlowe — one photographer receives an Avant Max Creator Kit.
- Online PromotionARTmine.com · 1 Year
5 photographers will receive a year-long spotlight on ARTmine.com.
- Social Media PromotionDuring Exhibition
5 photographers awarded one week of promotion on our social media platforms.
- Honorable Mention+ Free 9th CIPC Entry
10 photographers receive an honorable mention — plus complimentary entry to the 9th CIPC.
The exhibition
Selected artists exhibit at Agora Gallery, Chelsea, New York. Below: opening receptions from recent editions, each captioned with its own.

7th edition · Feb 2026 · Agora Gallery, Chelsea, NY 
7th edition · Feb 2026 · Agora Gallery, Chelsea, NY 
7th edition · Feb 2026 · Agora Gallery, Chelsea, NY
Selected work
From the 7th edition
One work per selected artist. Open any one to move through them.
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Jury
Work is reviewed by a rotating panel of expert jurors, each representing a different field in the art world, ensuring a fair and balanced selection process.

Alison Morley
Chair Emerita, Documentary Practice and Visual Journalism Program · New York, United States
Alison Morley is a photography coach, Photobook editor and educator.
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Roy Schweiger
Photographer and Director · New York, United States
Roy Schweiger, a photographer and director based in New York, has an unwavering fascination with the human face.
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Sandra M. Stevenson
Deputy Director of Photography, The Washington Post · Washington, D.C., United States
Sandra M.
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