Photo Credit: Manyu Varma

Submission Deadline: Monday, June 30th, 2025

"Some images don’t just capture a moment—they burn it into memory."

Photo Artfolio invites photographers worldwide to submit their work for Heat & Light, an online exhibit celebrating the raw intensity and glow of moments that radiate energy. This exhibit is a tribute to fire, sunlight, motion, and emotional heat. We're looking for imagery that sizzles, whether it’s literal sparks and flame, or metaphorical passion and power. Photographers are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly—from dynamic documentary to atmospheric abstraction, from intimate portraits to larger-than-life performances. This is a show about light as emotion and heat as movement—photographs that leave a mark.

Submissions are open to all forms of photography, including documentary, fine art, landscape, portraiture, street, conceptual, and beyond. AI-generated imagery is not eligible for consideration.

The top three images will receive awards of 1st place: $500, 2nd place: $300, and 3rd place: $100, respectively.

Photo Credit: Sergio Nista

Submissions Closed

"Light is the magician that turns the mundane into the extraordinary." – Anonymous

We’re excited to present our new exhibit, “Shadowscapes: The Interplay of Light and Shadow,” an evocative collection of images that explore the dynamic tension between illumination and obscurity. From slivers of light cutting through darkness to moody silhouettes and stark contrasts, these photographs reveal how shadow can shape form, atmosphere, and emotion. Each image in this exhibit invites us to look more closely—to consider not just what’s visible, but what lies hidden. Congratulations to our award winners, honorable mentions, and all the artists whose work brings depth and dimension to this compelling show.

Photo Credit: Mira Brand

Submissions Closed

We're thrilled to introduce our newest online exhibit, "Travel Dreams." This collection of images captures the spirit of exploration, inviting photographers to share the emotions, stories, and moments that have shaped their journeys. Whether venturing to far-off destinations or discovering the hidden gems within their own communities, each photograph reflects the unique perspectives that arise from immersing ourselves in new environments and cultures. As we wind down the year, we celebrate the adventures that define us and invite you to relive the essence of travel through this inspiring visual experience. Congratulations to our winners, honorable mentions and all the artists whose work we’re honored to include in this show!

Photo: Joshua Earle

Submissions Closed

We're thrilled to introduce our newest online exhibit, "Travel Dreams." This collection of images captures the spirit of exploration, inviting photographers to share the emotions, stories, and moments that have shaped their journeys. Whether venturing to far-off destinations or discovering the hidden gems within their own communities, each photograph reflects the unique perspectives that arise from immersing ourselves in new environments and cultures. As we wind down the year, we celebrate the adventures that define us and invite you to relive the essence of travel through this inspiring visual experience. Congratulations to our winners, honorable mentions and all the artists whose work we’re honored to include in this show!

Photo credit: Hans Isaac

Submissions Closed

We are excited to present "La Femme! - Framing the Feminine," an exhibition that delves into the diverse and multifaceted nature of femininity. This collection captures the richness of female experiences, identities, and expressions from across the globe, challenging stereotypes and celebrating the complexity of what it means to be female. Each photograph in "La Femme!" offers a unique lens through which we can explore, question, and redefine the concept of femininity. We congratulate the winners and selected artists and thank all participants for their compelling contributions.

Photo credit: Nattu Adnan

Submissions Closed

We are thrilled to introduce "Memory in Moment," an exhibit celebrating the rich tapestry of experiences that define our collective memory. Memories have the unique ability to evoke emotions, tell stories, and weave intricate visual narratives that transcend time. This exhibition invites photographers to explore the multifaceted nature of memory, revealing personal histories, transformative journeys, and forgotten narratives. Each piece in "Memory in Moment" offers a unique perspective on the fleeting nature of moments and the enduring power of recollection. We congratulate the selected artists and thank all participants for their compelling contributions.

Photo credit: Martin Windenka

Submissions Closed

We are excited to present our curated selection of photography responding to the theme “Colorscapes.” Color has the power to evoke emotions, tell stories, and create visual symphonies. From the bold and vibrant to the subtle and muted, "Colorscapes" aims to celebrate the diverse spectrum of hues that shape our perceptions and experiences. Congratulations to the winners and all the photographers whose work we’re honored to include in this show!

Photo Credit: Amir Geshani

Submissions Closed

We are excited to present our curated selection of photography responding to the theme “Beauty Illuminated”. Whether it's the beauty of nature, the beauty of the human form, or the beauty of the mundane, we believe the work we’ve chosen represents diverse perspectives on beauty, sometimes subverting or transcending our traditional understanding of it, to create a selection of images that surprises and engages us. Congratulations to all the artists whose work we’re honored to include in this show!

Photo credit: Christopher Campbell

Submissions Closed

Photo Artfolio invited photographers worldwide to submit their work to our inaugural online exhibit, "Lightvisions". We are excited to present our curated selection of extraordinary photography that explores the captivating and transformative qualities of light. Whether abstract or narrative scenes, conceptual or portrait photography, we believe the work we’ve chosen uses light in innovative and imaginative ways.