Luis Ferreira Alves International Photography Competition 2026–27 — Portugal Architecture Photo Award
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Entry Fees
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| Entry Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| General entry | Free |
Prizes
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| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| Prize | 10000 EUR |
About This Competition
About the LFA Award 2026–27
The second Luis Ferreira Alves International Photography Competition, based in Portugal, invites photographers worldwide to explore architecture through an original photographic series. The theme, A Contemporary Look at Architecture, encourages distinctive perspectives on buildings, spaces and the relationship between architecture and its surroundings.
Deadline
1 January 2027, 23:59 mainland Portugal time. Applications opened 25 September 2026.
Eligibility
Open internationally to photographers of all nationalities and professional experience levels. Individual photographers and groups may submit one project each. The separate Portuguese Emerging Photography Award is reserved for eligible Portuguese participants.
Entry fee
Free. No submission fee is required.
Prizes
First prize: €10,000; second prize: €4,000; third prize: €1,500 photography equipment voucher. The Portuguese Emerging Photography Award offers a separate €1,500 equipment voucher for eligible Portuguese participants. Selected projects may be exhibited and published.
Submission requirements
Prepare a coherent series of 9–11 photographs and a project statement of up to 2,000 characters. Submit through the official competition application portal; read the full regulations and image specifications before submitting.
Official organizer information
LFA Award official FAQ and regulations. Additional competition details are published by Sophia Journal, University of Porto.
Frequently asked questions
Can photographers outside Portugal enter?
Yes, the main international awards are open worldwide.
Is entry free?
Yes.
How many images are needed?
A photographic series of 9–11 images, with a project statement.
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This section helps you quickly see whether the opportunity fits you. Always check the complete eligibility rules in the official organiser information before you enter.
Photographers worldwide, all nationalities and experience levels; one project per individual or group. Separate Portuguese Emerging Photography Award limited to eligible Portuguese participants.
Requirements
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Submit one architectural photography series of 9–11 images and project statement up to 2,000 characters through organizer's application portal; free entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can enter this competition?
Photographers worldwide, all nationalities and experience levels; one project per individual or group. Separate Portuguese Emerging Photography Award limited to eligible Portuguese participants.
What is the submission deadline?
January 1, 2027 at 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon).
Is the competition free to enter?
Entry is listed as Free.
Is this competition online or offline?
The competition mode is listed as Online.
What prize is offered?
The listed prize information is: Cash — EUR 10000.
Where can I find the official entry instructions?
Use the official entry link near the top of this page.
What should I check before submitting?
Submit one architectural photography series of 9–11 images and project statement up to 2,000 characters through organizer's application portal; free entry.
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