COMCompetition
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2027
National Portrait Gallery · London
- ✓ Hand-verified by Arthead editorial · Sep 29, 2026
Closes in55days
About this call
The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2027, hosted by the National Portrait Gallery in London, is one of the world's most prestigious portrait photography competitions. Photographers submit digital images for remote initial judging; shortlisted artists then deliver physical prints to London for the final round. Entry fee is GBP 40.
Who can apply
- International applicants
- Medium: Photography
- Entry fee: £40
- Submit digital images via the online competition platform at competitions.npg.org.uk. Initial judging is remote; shortlisted artists must deliver physical prints to a London venue for final in-person judging. Entry fee GBP 40 per submission. Full eligibility rules, prize details, and submission specifications are in the competition rules PDF available on the competition website. Deadline: 22.00 GMT on Tuesday 1 December 2026.
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