Become a Travel Photographer of the Year: Celebrating Global Visions

Celebrating 22 Years of Inspiring Travel Photography from Across the Globe

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The Travel Photographer of the Year awards (TPOTY) stands as a prestigious global platform, crafted by photographers, for photographers. No matter where you are in the world, or your level of expertise – whether amateur, professional, beginner, or seasoned expert, young or more experienced – the Travel Photographer of the Year competition welcomes you.

For over two decades, TPOTY has been at the forefront of showcasing exceptional travel photography, drawing entries from an impressive 157 countries. The diverse pool of winners includes both amateur and professional travel photographers representing 56 different nationalities, highlighting the truly international spirit of this celebrated competition.

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[Matjaz Krivic, 2022 Travel Photographer of the Year winnerOur 2022 Travel Photographer of the Year winner, Matjaz Krivic from Slovenia, shared his inspiring thoughts:

“I am truly honored to have my work recognized by the esteemed judges of the Travel Photographer of the Year competition. This competition holds a special place for me as I have been involved since its inception in 2003, when I received a Judge’s Favourite Award. Receiving their highest award 20 years later fills me with immense pride and personal significance. Travel and photography have been lifelong passions, and this award fuels my inspiration to continue my photographic journey.”

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[Katy Gomez Catalina, a past Travel Photographer of the Year winner

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF WINNING TPOTY:

“TPOTY stands as one of the world’s most prestigious photography competitions, not only due to the sheer number and caliber of participants but also because of the recognized expertise and talent of the judging panel. The rigorous selection criteria, based on printed photographs and RAW file submissions, alongside the significant global media impact, further solidify its prestige. I have been incredibly fortunate to have my work exhibited at the London Bridge Exhibition and the Xposure International Photography Festival in the UAE. Opportunities to have your photographs seen by over 2 million people are rare, and TPOTY makes this possible.”

Katy Gomez Catalina, Spain, shares her experience as a Travel Photographer of the Year winner.

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Image credits on this page: Top – KMauro Tronto; inset box 1) F Dilek Yurdakul; inset box 2) Matjaz Krivic; inset box 3) Katy Gomez Catalina 4) Keith Berr; 3) Felicia Simion; shop inset. All rights reserved © Travel Photographer of the Year

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