Dogs are more popular than ever. In the hearts and minds of people everywhere,
they are true companions and make a real difference to our lives.
Join the international community of photographers who share our passion for dogs.

Enter the Kennel Club Dog Photographer of the Year competition.

The competition is free and open to any professional or amateur photographers worldwide.

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Awards and Prizes

Prizes awarded for Dog Photographer of the Year 2015 are as follows:

Overall Winner of Dog Photographer of the Year 2015 – your image will be displayed in the Kennel Club Art Gallery in Mayfair London and we’ll also provide you with 1 SmugMug business account and a two day course hosted by Andy Biggar Photography – one of the world’s best known professional dog photographers. Overall winner will receive an original oil painting of their winning image by internationally awarded artist, Sara Abbott. Winner will also receive their exhibition printplus an award, certificate, rosette and trophy.

Category Winner for Assistance and Dog Charities – your image will be displayed in the Kennel Club Art Gallery in Mayfair London and we’ll also provide you with 1 SmugMug business account and a two day course hosted by Andy Biggar Photography – one our best known professional dog photographers. We will also donate £500 to your nominated charity plus a framed image and certificate.* (dog charity to be vetted and approved by the Kennel Club).

Category Winners for I Love Dogs Because… Under 18, Dogs at Play, Dogs at Work, Portrait, Puppies, Man’s Best Friend and Oldies – your image will be displayed in the Kennel Club Art Gallery in Mayfair London and we’ll also provide you with ONE SmugMug business account and a two day course hosted by Andy Biggar Photography – one our best known professional dog photographers. Plus a framed image and certificate.

Each category Runner-Up (2nd place and 3rd place) for I Love Dogs Because… Under 18, Dogs at Play, Dogs at Work, Portrait, Puppies, Man’s Best Friend, Assistance and Dog Charities and Oldies – your image will be displayed in the Kennel Club Art Gallery in Mayfair London and we’ll also provide you with 1 SmugMug Portfolio account and a one day course hosted by Andy Biggar Photography – one our best known professional dog photographers. Plus a framed image and certificate.

DISCLAIMER: The prizes are non-transferable. The Kennel Club reserves the right to substitute the whole or part of any listed prize with an alternative value (but the entrant shall not have any right to demand this). Please note that the prizes must be claimed within one year of the award ceremony unless otherwise specified or will be forfeited. Andy Biggar Photography prizes do not include any transport to and from photography courses, accommodation, equipment or meals. Winners would need to arrange their own transport, accommodation and meals as well as have their own photography equipment to participate in the course. There are no cash substitute for any prizes. Prizes must be taken within 365 days of winning. Winners must book directly for courses with Andy Biggar Photography at least 90 days in advance of courses. Any cancellations or rescheduling of courses must be made directly through Andy Biggar Photography and not the Kennel Club. For exhibition prints, rosettes, trophies and any prizes posted to Winners outside the UK, the Kennel Club holds no responsibility for customs and duty charges for any prizes couriered or posted from London, UK. Winners are responsible for any duties, taxes and/or paperwork associated with the receipt of prizes sent outside the UK.

Jury

A panel of professional dog photographers to be selected from the UK as well
as key members of photographic and art institutions and two of our
Kennel Club executives and a representative from SmugMug.

Key Entry Details

Competition closes 30 March 2016 17:00 GMT

ENTRY IS FREE

 

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