Epson International Pano Awards 2026 Is Open for Entries, With Some News

The Epson International Pano Awards has opened its call for entries for the 17th edition. The competition is the world’s largest devoted to panoramic photography, and every year we see a selection of impressive pano photos from all over the world. This year, there’s a new category and even an exhibition!

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What’s New

For the 2026 edition, the contest adds a new Aerial category to both the Open and Amateur competitions. It’s also launching its inaugural Pano Awards Exhibition, running June 4-10, 2026, at the Garden Gallery at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. The show features a curated selection of award-winning images from past editions, all printed on Epson SureColor P9560 printers. A portion of the proceeds from a silent auction will go toward the Australian PlantBank’s Rainforest Seed Conservation Project.

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How to Submit

Early-bird entries are open now until June 22, 2026. Submitting five or more photos during that period gets you a 20% discount and puts you in the running for the $1,000 curator’s award. Final entries are due July 13, 2026.

For entry details and more information, visit the contest website. Read the rules carefully and submit your photos here. And scroll down for a selection of previously submitted and awarded photos to get your inspiration going.

Good luck!

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