Illuma

Photographic Odyssey in Greek Light

20 September 2026

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Welcome to ILLUMA

Photographic Odyssey in Greek Light

ILLUMA is an international exhibition of artistic photography — open to all who see light as their creative companion.
With 10 universal themes, 320 awards, and the freedom to express without rigid rules, ILLUMA offers a space where ideas shine.

Your first entry is free. No catches. No barriers. Your photographs are eligible for acceptance.
— Paid entries are eligible for both acceptances and awards.
— Supported by Master of Light, IAAP, DIPA, and other photographic organizations.
— Every awarded author receives the recognition they have earned.
— No narrow theme definitions. No unnecessary formalities.
— Only one restriction: AI-generated images are not permitted.

Whether you are an emerging voice or an experienced eye — if you have something to say with light, this is your platform.

Join ILLUMA 2026 and let your vision be seen.

Themes

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Colors aren’t decoration – they’re a message. Show us how your palette speaks.

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No color. No ornaments. Just light, shadow, and truth. Black and white.

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Nature doesn't pose. A captured moment – unrepeatable, unspoken.

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Water has a thousand faces. Reflections. Motion. Calm. Show us your vision.

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A portrait is not just a face – it’s character, breath, and gaze.

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Light is more than illumination—it shapes, reveals, hides, and transforms.

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Every journey leaves a trace. Show us places, people and moments that reveal the spirit of travel

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Capture images that explore the principles of geometry through the use of lines, shapes, and ...

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Capture images that portray the human body in various forms and contexts. This can include ...

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Unscripted. Unfiltered. Capture the rhythm, chaos, and poetry of everyday life. Capture images that...

ILLUMA 2026 TIMELINE

Key Dates

THE EYES BEHIND THE SELECTION

ILLUMA 2026 JURY

Janko Jerinic

Master of Light President
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Janko Jerinic

Master of Light President

Yusuke Suzuki

Photo reporter
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Yusuke Suzuki

Photo reporter

Nevena Tadic

Master of Applied Arts
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Nevena Tadic

Master of Applied Arts
Independent photographer. One of the most successful authors in Serbia. Owner of FIAP Gallery

320+ awards

are waiting for you!

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1-Theme

  • Your works have eligible for acceptance

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2 Themes

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3 Themes

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4-5 Themes

  • Your works have eligible for acceptance and awards

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6-7 Themes

  • Your works have eligible for acceptance and awards

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8-10 Themes

  • Your works have eligible for acceptance and awards

For Master of Light distinction holders and members only.

Exclusively

Kindly contact the organizer first and provide your MoL diploma number.

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for all 10 Themes

join THE ILLUMA Photo Contest

Supported by

The support of these associations guarantees complete artistic freedom in approaching and interpreting each theme, as well as in the use of color or monochrome techniques.

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