National Photographic Exhibition

(Results will only available once competition has ended)

See breathtaking images that capture the spirit, beauty and diversity of life in Australia and beyond.

The Perth Royal Show Photographic Exhibition is the most prestigious photographic competition in Western Australia, conducted by the Royal Agricultural Society of WA (RASWA). Each year, it showcases evocative and technically brilliant work from talented photographers across the nation.

What You’ll See:
From wildlife and rural life to portraiture, landscapes, creative works and youth entries, the exhibition celebrates the best of the best. All accepted works will be displayed in the Photography Pavilion during the Show, with the public invited to vote for their favourite under the People’s Choice Award presented by Ted’s Cameras.

Wander through the gallery, discover new perspectives, and celebrate the art of storytelling through images.

Dates: Saturday 27 September to Saturday 4 October 2025, Open daily from 10am-6pm 
Location: Photography Pavilion, Claremont Showground

Enter one of Australia’s most respected photographic competitions and showcase your work on a national stage.

The Perth Royal Show’s National Photographic Competition is open to photographers across the Commonwealth of Australia and APS members overseas, with categories spanning Youth, Open Colour, Portrait, Wildlife, Landscape, Australian Rural Life, Creative/Altered Reality, and Monochrome.

Key Dates:

  • Entries open: 5.00pm, Sunday 1 June 2025
  • Entries close: Midnight, Sunday 27 July 2025
  • First Stage Judging: 1–2 August 2025
  • Second Stage Judging: 13 September 2025
  • Awards Presentation: Tuesday 23 September 2025
  • Exhibition: 27 September – 4 October 2025

 

Awards include:

  • Most Successful Photographer ($500 + sash + voucher)
  • Best Youth Print ($125 + voucher)
  • People’s Choice Award presented by Ted’s Cameras ($250 + voucher, voted by Show patrons)
  • Class prizes across all categories, with cash, sashes, vouchers and certificates

For more information:
Please contact photography@raswa.org.au or call 08 6263 3100

This competition is supported by