Issue 7_Focus from the AOP_July 2026_FINAL - Flipbook - Page 4
EMERGING
TALENT 2026
BE SEEN
BE DISCOVERED
BUILD YOUR INDUSTRY CREDIBILITY
© Safa Basharat, Silver winner 2025
Celebrating the very best in the new wave of photographers and image makers
Visibility & credibility that’s recognised across the
photographic and image-making industry PLUS practical
support to help you take those next crucial steps in your
image-making career.
“The AOP9s guiding principle behind our open entry for 8Emerging
Talent9 is to provide an opportunity for a new wave of
photographers and image-makers, of any age or background
whose work truly shines and resonates, to be discovered above
and beyond the crowded marketplace."
Isabelle Doran, CEO Association of Photographers
Judged by established professionals, industry representatives
and backed by a trade organisation with decades of expertise
and experience – the AOP Emerging Talent Award can deliver a
springboard to your professional photographic career.
Judges
Jack Eames - Award Winning AOP AccreditedPhotographer/Director
Jason Baron - Head of Photography, BUILDHOLLYWOOD
Kate Congreve - Producer, Mother London
Kim Pappas - Photographic Agent and Producer
For this special AOP Project there are no restrictions on
what you can enter. We simply want to see your most
amazing work. You can enter Stills, Series and Moving.
Sponsored By:
Entries Open: 1 June 2026
Entries Close: 2nd August 2026, 5pm EXTENDED
This award celebrates the very best in the new wave
of photographers and image makers, who have been
practicing their craft for less than 3 years.*
*( i.e., working professionally either full or parttime.)
FIND OUT MORE
Be seen, Be discovered by leading
commissioners and names within the
photographic industry.
PRIZES
BUILDHOLLYWOOD:
Digital Billboard Display
across London worth
£8,520
Your industry credibility starts here
GOLD Winner: Tailored AOP Membership Package
designed with your career path in mind, along with
advice on advancing your current professional
photography practice which includes:
1:1 Folio Reviews with industry representatives
AOP Business Practice Review worth £500.00
12 Month Professional Mentorship
Gold / Silver winners + selected finalists exhibited late
2026 & featured in Awards publication
