SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest 2025

Deadline: September 16, 2025

Who may enter
The contest is open to adults aged 18 and up, both amateur and professional photographers.

Short description

The contest is organized by the SPIE – the international society for optics and photonics located in Bellingham, USA.

 We encourage amateur and professional photographers alike to submit their photos demonstrating the impact that light has on cultural, economic, and societal aspects of our world for a chance to win cash prizes!

Each person may submit a maximum of two photos.

Entry fee
The contest is free to enter.

Prizes
• 1st prize: US $2,500
• 2nd prize: US $1,000
• 3rd prize: US $500
• Judges’ Choice for Best of Science Prize: US $1,000

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