International Portfolio Competition 2026

About the Competition

Located in Chelsea, Soho Photo is York City’s longest-running, member run photography gallery. We will be  awarding solo shows to three finalists. Members of Soho Photo Gallery's Portfolio Review Committee will jury the competition. The committee has reviewed thousands of portfolios since the gallery's beginning in 1971. The jurors will make their initial selections based on digital submissions. There will be ten semi-finalists. The final three selections will be based on prints.

Eligibility

The competition is open to all photographers 18 years or older excluding members of Soho Photo Gallery. While AI may assist in the creative process, all work must begin with the photographer’s real photographic image, ensuring that the foundation of the art remains grounded in the physical world. See our AI Policy guidance.

Submission

One portfolio consisting of 10-15 compositionally and technically strong images, with a consistent theme or topic.

Fees, Commission and Insurance

The entry fee is $60.00, payable at callforentry.org.
Soho Photo Gallery shall receive a 30% commission for any sales.
While reasonable efforts will be made to protect your work while it is in our possession, we are not legally responsible for it.  Consider obtaining your own insurance coverage. Work remaining in the gallery beyond 30 days after the closing of the show shall become the property of the gallery.

Winning Photographs

Photographs must be suitably prepared for gallery presentation or will not be accepted. Maximum height or width (including frame) of exhibited work cannot exceed 40”. Packing and delivery instructions will be emailed to participants. Work must be wired for hanging.

Important Dates

Deadline for Submission: April 8, 2026

Past Winners of the International Portfolio Competition