funding: €1,000 in prizes + Barcelona exhibition + Ibiza screening
location: Barcelona, Spain (exhibition) + Ibiza (screening, March 2027)
host: ASSOCIACIÓ CULTURAL EL CARRER ÉS ART
apply-url: https://site.picter.com/street-photography-barcelona-2026-pt2
Overview
The Street Photography Barcelona Contest 2026, run by ASSOCIACIÓ CULTURAL EL CARRER ÉS ART, offers €1,000 in prizes and exhibition opportunities. Photographers should apply to gain recognition and showcase their work in Barcelona and Ibiza, with winners receiving prizes and a chance to exhibit their photos.
What to Submit
- Street photography, street portraiture, or abstract street photography
- Spontaneous images taken in public or social spaces
- Black and white or colour images accepted
- Maximum age of images: 2 years
- No AI-generated or heavily manipulated images
- No journalistic photographs or portraits with artificial light
- Submit 1, 3, or 5 photographs (evaluated individually)
Prizes
- €500 — First Prize
- €250 — Special Mention (×2)
- €1,000 total in cash prizes
- 25 finalists selected for group exhibition
What You Can Win
- 6-day group exhibition at Galerie Art Nomade, Barcelona (Nov 6–9, 2026)
- Screening at Ibizacinefest, Ibiza (March 2027) — European flights covered for overall winner
- Long-term visibility through SPBC website and Instagram
- Participation in workshops and talks with fellow finalist photographers
Eligibility
- Photographers of any nationality, 18 years or older
- Images may be captured anywhere in the world
Cost & Fees
- 1 photograph: €10
- 3 photographs: €25
- 5 photographs: €40
Key Dates
- Submission open: June 5, 2026
- Submission deadline: October 15, 2026
- 25 Finalists announced: October 20, 2026
- Award winners announced: October 22, 2026
- Barcelona exhibition: November 6–9, 2026
- Ibiza screenings: March 2–3, 2027
How to Apply
Submit via the Picter portal before October 15, 2026. The submission portal is hosted on Picter. You will need to create a free Picter account to access the full contest details, guidelines, and submission form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for submissions?
The deadline for submissions is October 15, 2026. The submission portal will be open until this date. Submissions will not be accepted after this deadline.
What type of images are eligible for submission?
Eligible images include street photography, street portraiture, or abstract street photography, and can be black and white or colour. Images must be spontaneous and taken in public or social spaces.
How many images can be submitted and what are the fees?
Participants can submit 1, 3, or 5 photographs, with fees of €10, €25, and €40 respectively. Each image will be evaluated individually.
What are the age and nationality requirements for eligibility?
Photographers of any nationality, 18 years or older, are eligible to participate. There are no restrictions on the nationality of the applicant.
What are the prizes and benefits of winning the contest?
The prizes include €1,000 in cash, a 6-day group exhibition at Galerie Art Nomade in Barcelona, and a screening at Ibizacinefest in Ibiza. The overall winner will have their European flights covered for the screening.
What is the timeline for announcements and events after the submission deadline?
The 25 finalists will be announced on October 20, 2026, and the award winners will be announced on October 22, 2026. The Barcelona exhibition will take place from November 6-9, 2026, and the Ibiza screenings will take place on March 2-3, 2027.