# Golden Shot Photography Awards - Full Official Reference

> The International Golden Shot Photography Awards promote outstanding photographic talent and connect cultures through photos.

Canonical site: https://gspawards.com/
Primary language: en
Official contact: contact@gspawards.com
Founder: Mehdi Nazeri

## Competition facts
- Scope: International photography awards for professional and amateur photographers.
- Accepted formats: Single photographs and photo series.
- Competition dates: According to the official call for entries.
- Official rules: https://gspawards.com/rules/
- Official FAQ: https://gspawards.com/faq/

## Entry fees
- Single Entry: $25
- Series Entry: $35
- Additional Categories: 20% OFF

## Photography categories
- Portrait
- Landscape
- Street
- Fine Art
- Documentary
- Environmental
- Black and White
- Nature/Wildlife
- Minimalist
- Travel
- Architectural
- Daily Life
- Editorial/Press
- Drone
- Mobile Photography
- Other

## Awards and recognition
- Golden Shot Trophy
- Cash Prize USD $1,000
- Verified Digital Certificate
- Medal of Excellence
- Online Winners Gallery
- Dedicated Social Media Posts
- Digital / Print Annual Book
- Winner Interview

## International jury
- Tomas Neuwirth - Photographer, Austria
- Remi Masson - Photographer, France
- Muneera Alobaidli - Photographer, Qatar
- Dikye Ariani - Photographer, Indonesia
- Mehdi Nazeri - GS Founder, United Arab Emirates
- Ed Kashi - Photojournalist, United States
- Anna Alexander - Photographer, United States
- Sulaiman Bineid - EPS Vice President, United Arab Emirates
- Kathrin Federer - Photographer, Germany
- Cheryl Newman - Artist / Curator, United States
- Andrea Bruce - Photojournalist, United States
- Saeed Jumoh - EPS Chairman, United Arab Emirates
- Monika K. Adler - Film Maker, Germany
- Keigo Nakamura - Photographer, Japan
- Vera Saldivar - Visual Artist, Mexico
- Madara Ulme - Snap Collective, France

## Photographers of the Year
- Sadegh Souri - Iran - 2024
- Xuejun Long - China - 2025
- M. Muhtasib - Saudi Arabia - 2026

## Official winner galleries
- 2024: https://gspawards.com/winners-2024/
- 2025: https://gspawards.com/winners-2025/
- 2026: https://gspawards.com/events/golden-shot-awards-2026/gallery/

## Annual books
- 2025 - Annual Book 2025
- 2024 - Annual Book 2024
- Collection page: https://gspawards.com/annual-books/

## Frequently asked questions
### Who can participate in the Golden Shot Photography Awards?
Professional and amateur photographers from around the world may participate, provided they read and follow the competition rules.

### How many photographs can I enter in one series?
A series contains at least 2 and no more than 7 photographs. All images must share a theme or concept and one title.

### How do I know whether my submission is complete?
Incomplete or unpaid submissions are not eligible for judging. Check the entry status in the Member Section under Entry History.

### How should I submit my photographs?
Complete the online form, select the categories, upload the photographs, and complete payment.

### What specifications should digital files have?
Images should use sRGB, be JPG files no larger than 3 MB, and measure between 1000 and 2000 pixels on the longest side.

### What are the Golden Shot entry fees?
Single Entry: $25. Series Entry: $35. Additional Categories: 20% OFF.

### What is the Golden Shot competition schedule?
All competition dates follow the schedule announced in the official call for entries.

### Can one photograph be entered in multiple categories?
Yes. The same photograph may be entered in multiple categories. Each additional category receives the configured discount.

### Is there a limit to the number of entries?
No. You may submit as many entries in as many categories as you wish.

### Can I submit a photograph that has won another award?
Yes, unless that photograph has already received a Golden Shot prize.

### Can I change an entry after payment?
No. Paid entries cannot be altered, so review the work carefully before payment.

### Is judging anonymous?
Yes. Judges do not see participant names or personal details while judging.

### What does the overall winner receive?
The overall winner receives the configured cash prize, the Golden Shot Trophy, and the Photographer of the Year title.

### What do category winners receive?
Category winners receive the awards and recognition listed on the official Prize page.

## Verification policy
- The canonical Golden Shot page is the authoritative source for each fact.
- Fees, categories, jury members, dates, and results may change by award year.
- Keep photographer names and artwork credits attached to winning photographs.
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