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B&W IPA 2025 - The Big Exhibition is coming soon

As a reminder, the Black & White International Photo Awards call for entries concluded with the publication of the results in early April, with the recognition of three grand prize winners: Simone Morelli, Adam Neuba and James Rokop, in addition to a dozen finalists.



We therefore invite all lovers of black and white photography to come and meet us on Saturday, November 15th during the opening reception which will start at 6 p.m. at la galerie Joseph Froissart, 7 Rue Froissart, 75003, Paris in order to celebrate together the talent and creativity of the artists exhibited.

For exhibiting photographers who are automatically invited, and those who choose to travel to meet us in Paris during the opening reception, we would like to point out that they will have the opportunity to come along with the people of their choice from their family or friends, with no restriction on numbers.

 

B&W IPA Exhibition Schedule and Key Dates :

- November 14: Hanging of prints and frames on the wall
- November 15: Opening reception at 6 p.m. with the photographers in attendance
- November 16: Official opening of the exhibition to the public
- November 17: Penultimate day of the event
- November 18: Last day. Unhanging and removal of frames from the walls starting at 6 p.m.

 


 

Next B&W IPA OPEN CALL :

The call for entries for the Black & White International Photo Awards competition is currently closed.

For your information, each year, starting in the first week of January, the competition reopens for a new edition. The next call for entries will therefore take place in the first week of January 2026.

The B&W IPA is a photography competition dedicated to the discipline of black and white. Monochrome is therefore the only criterion to consider when entering.

Photographers from all over the world can compete in various categories of our competition, as long as the work is exclusively in black and white.

The competition jury is announced one month before the competition opens, in December of each year. Most of the jury members change from year to year.

In addition to receiving a $2,000 cash prize, the finalist winners of the competition will have their work exhibited at a unique annual event organized by the competition team in an iconic location that is generally announced before the start of the competition.

FAQ - QUESTIONS FRÉQUEMMENT POSÉES

Can I enter images that I have entered in other competitions ?
Yes, images entered in other competitions are eligible.
Is there a time limit on when the photograph was taken ?
There are no restrictions.
Why is it important to correctly fill out your Instagram account ?
In addition to emails that can sometimes end up in the spam folder, it is always useful for us to have a second channel of communication with the photographer. If the latter is a winner, finalist or medalist, we will be able to contact him more easily so that he can collect his award more quickly or participate with us in one of our exhibitions, whose organizational requirements often require responsiveness and a quick response time.
Is there a limit to the number of photos that I can enter ?
Yes, you are limited to 7 photos maximum per series. If you want to submit more photos you can choose the extended serie wich extends the limit to 15 photos maximum. But you can enter an unlimited number of series or single entry.
Are AI-generated images allowed ?
Yes, as long as they are submitted in the specific category entitled « Photomanipulation / AI »
How can I pay my entry fees ?
You can pay by PayPal or Credit/Debit Card (via PayPal or Stripe). All payments are processed in EUR currency.
What is considered as a series ?
A series consists of at least 5 and no more than 7 or 15 images (depending on if you choose to submit an extended serie or not), sharing a common theme and a single title. Series will be judged as an entire piece.
Are digital adjustments allowed ?
Photoshop and post processing techniques are allowed, although within reason and taste.

 

REGISTER FOR THE 2026 EDITION !

Don't wait! You can register now and prepare your file for the next edition of our competition, the call for applications for which will open in January 2026.

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