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This is an innovative new category we have added to celebrate the skills and expertise of working pet portrait photographers.

Rather than rewarding one standout hero shot, this category recognises th...

The creative and technical possibilities of phone photography are constantly evolving.

This fully justifies Phone being increasingly included in professional photography competitions worldwide. The s...

Studio portraiture has always been a popular way to capture our furry companions.

A safe, controlled environment allows photographers to shape the light, simplify the scene, and create portraits that...

Editing has always been part of photography.

Even in the days of film, the final image wasn’t created the moment the shutter was pressed - it happened in the darkroom. But this innovative new categor...

⚠️ Warning! This is a long blog post, but it might just be the most important one you read relating to the IPPA.

When our judges are assessing your awards entries, there's a bunch of no-brainer fault...

There’s something deeply moving about a moment that feels both fleeting and timeless. That’s exactly what Rebecca Williams has captured in her winning Documentary image. Set on her own sheep and beef ...

Regine Jensen’s winning Action Category image is a masterclass in planning, creativity, and storytelling. Inspired by sighthound elegance and ancient symbolism, she imagined a desert scene filled with...

Janneke De Graaf’s captivating series of Basenjis caught the eyes and hearts of the 2024 judging panel, earning her the prestigious title of International Pet Photographer of the Year. With a deep con...

For the first time ever, entrants to the International Pet Photography Awards can now purchase personalised video critiques of their work from one of our expert judges.

Each video is 2–3 minutes long...