About the Awards
Get ready to see Virginia through a whole new lens. The Virginia Living Photography Awards is our inaugural statewide celebration of the Commonwealth’s most gifted visual storytellers—whether you shoot with a DSLR or just really know your way around an iPhone.
Launching Sept. 1, this annual photography competition invites both seasoned pros and passionate amateurs to capture the spirit, beauty, and character of Virginia across five dynamic categories. From sweeping landscapes to soulful portraits and everything in between, your best shot could earn statewide recognition—and maybe even a little glory.
Winners will be selected through a combination of expert judging and public voting, making this not just another contest, but Virginia’s premier photography awards experience.
Check back soon for category details, prize info, and how to enter.
Get Your Camera Ready!
✨ This Is Your Time to Shine ✨
🏆 Incredible Prizes | 📸 Statewide Recognition | 🤝 Creative Networking
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THE CATEGORIES ARE HERE!
🏛️ People & Lifestyle: Virginia’s beauty and style
🦌 Nature & Wildlife: Our natural treasures
📰 Documentary: Real Virginia stories
🎨 Experimental: Photo creativity
🤖 AI-Generated: Limitless AI creativity
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- 👨⚖️ Meet Our Expert Judge Panel
- 🏆 Incredible Prize Packages Unveiled
- 📅 Complete Timeline & Key Dates
- ✨ Surprise Announcements!
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