iPhone Photography Awards 15: Competition Is Live!
The 15th annual iPhone Photography Awards has officially kicked off, and the website is now ready to accept your entries across a full slate of categories.
Getting Started
- Navigate to the IPPAWARDS portal.
- Read the step‑by‑step guide right at the top of the page.
- Pay the fee: $5.50 for one image, $12.50 for three images, and higher tiers for more.
- Upload your photo(s) immediately after payment.
Track Your Entries
From your Account page, you can view the history of your submissions and keep tabs on your progress throughout the contest.
So grab your phone, find that perfect shot, and let’s see if you can snap your way to glory!

Photo Contest Guidelines
Hey there, mobile photography enthusiasts! If you’re eyeing the IPPAWARDS prize, here’s the low‑down:
Filename Rules
- Rename your photo as FirstName‑LastName‑Category.
- Don’t overcomplicate it—just follow the pattern.
Capture Method
Only iPad or iPhone shots are allowed. No cameras, no DSLR—think of it as a mobile‑centric showdown.
Editing Restrictions
- Keep your image unpublished before you submit.
- Leave the heavy editing tools (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.) at the desktop for a second. Only iOS apps are fine.
- Make sure you aren’t tweaking the photo with any desktop software—those are strictly forbidden.
Entry Deadline
Your masterpiece must arrive by March 31, 2022. Better be quick—time flies faster than a shutter click!
Grand Prize Highlights
- Winner gets an iPad Air—the ultimate handheld companion.
- Top three receive an Apple Watch Series 3 each. Wear your victory in style.
- First place in each category walks away with a Gold Bar—shine bright.
- Second & third places earn a Platinum Bar. Gold and platinum—speakers, hang on, that’s a lot of metals!
Want All the Guts and Guts?
Check the fine print and full rulebook on the official IPPAWARDS website. It’s where you’ll find everything from exact photo specifications to the nitty‑gritty legal stuff.
