Family HIPA Awards ends 31 May 2026

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Deadline: 31 May 2026. Family is the heart of life and the foundation of every society. It reflects belonging, connection and continuity. Its strength is a true measure of lasting stability and prosperity.

Beyond people, family represents everything that grows, forms and exists together. It is a hidden language of connection found in plant families, mineral formations and materials shaped by time and purpose. This theme invites photographers to see family in new ways and capture the beauty of unity wherever it exists.

This season introduces the inspiring theme ‘Dreams Through AI’, embracing the spirit of innovation and technological advancement. This category opens wide horizons for imagination, allowing photographers to merge reality with fantasy. Through thoughtful composition and AI techniques, creators can produce harmonious, dreamlike images that challenge perception and bring visionary ideas to life.

Due to popular demand, Sports Photography returns as a key theme in the fifteenth season. This high-energy category celebrates movement, power and emotion. It offers sports photographers and enthusiasts the perfect stage to freeze decisive moments, translate the intensity of competition and showcase their technical mastery and creative vision.

The Portfolio (Story-Telling) category continues for the tenth consecutive season, standing as a powerful platform for visual storytelling. Through exceptional submitted and winning works, this category highlights the depth of a photographers’ narrative abilities and their passion for storytelling through images.

And lastly, with complete artistic and intellectual freedom, the General category invites photographers to soar creatively – whether in black and white or colour images – without boundaries or limitations.

Prizes:

The Grand Prize (USD $200,000) will be chosen from any category available this season, not just the main theme.

Photo Contest Website: https://hipa.ae/award/family-hipa-award-2026