Prospectus: Street Rhythms
SUMISSION DEADLINE — CLOSED
The street is a stage in constant motion—alive with fleeting gestures, layered stories, and the unpredictable rhythm of everyday life.
To celebrate our ongoing commitment to showcasing contemporary photography, Photo Artfolio invites photographers worldwide to submit work for Street Rhythms, a global online exhibit honoring the vitality, nuance, and visual poetry of street photography.
Street photography exists in the space between observation and instinct. It captures what unfolds in real time—unposed, unscripted, and often unexpected. From quiet, contemplative moments to scenes of dynamic movement and energy, the street offers an ever-changing canvas shaped by light, timing, and human presence.
We seek images that reflect the pulse of the street—photographs that reveal rhythm, gesture, juxtaposition, humor, tension, or subtle human connection. Whether working in bustling urban centers or quieter corners of the world, we invite photographers to share their unique perspective on public life.
Submissions are open to all forms of street photography, including documentary, candid, urban landscape with human presence, and experimental approaches rooted in public space. AI-generated imagery is not eligible for consideration.
NEW SUBMISSION EXPERIENCE
We’re excited to introduce our new Photo Artfolio submission portal—designed to make entering your work simpler, faster, and more intuitive than ever.
With a streamlined interface, easy image uploads, and a clean, guided process, submitting your work is now more seamless—so you can spend less time navigating logistics and more time focusing on your photography.
AWARDS
The top three images will receive:
1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $350
3rd Place: $150
All accepted works will be featured in our online gallery at www.photo-artfolio.com.
CALENDAR
Extended Deadline: May 18th, 2026 at 11:59PM MDT
Notification of Acceptance: June 10th, 2026
Exhibit Launch: June 10th 2026
ENTRY FEES (NEW PRICING OPTIONS)
$20 — 1 image
$30 — 3 images
$45 — 6 images
$60 — 10 images
You may submit up to 10 images total. Entry fees are non-refundable and do not guarantee acceptance.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to photographers worldwide, both amateur and professional.
RULES
All work must be original and created by the submitting photographer. AI-generated imagery is not eligible.
ENTRY PROCEDURE
Entries are submitted through Photo Artfolio’s new, easy-to-use submission portal.
Simply click “Submit,” enter your details, and upload your images along with titles and optional descriptions.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@photo-artfolio.com.
IMAGE PREPARATION
JPEG format
Minimum 1,200 pixels on the longest side
Maximum file size: 10MB
File naming: FirstName_LastName01.jpg, FirstName_LastName02.jpg, etc.
NOTIFICATION
All entrants will be notified by email. If you do not receive a notification by the stated date, please check your spam or promotions folders.
All exhibitions are curated by Creative Director Julia Cumes along with an anonymous jury. Due to the volume of submissions, individual feedback is not provided.
SALES
All sales inquiries are directed to the photographer. Artists retain 100% of all sales.
REGULATIONS
By entering, you agree to be added to Photo Artfolio’s mailing list for updates and opportunities.
You retain full rights to your images. By submitting, you grant Photo Artfolio permission to display your work on our website, social media, and promotional materials related to the exhibit. Photographers will always be credited wherever possible. Images will not be used for any other purpose without permission.
