Female in Focus 2026 (1854 Media)
Female in Focus is 1854 Media (British Journal of Photography)'s award celebrating exceptional work by women, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming photographers. After a two-year hiatus, the 2026 edition returns partnered with Nikon as main sponsor. AI-modified photographs are permitted with mandatory caption-level disclosure - the same disclosure-enforcement model 1854 applies to Portrait of Humanity.
- Deadline
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- Entry fee
- Per-entry fees vary by tier; specific 2026 amounts not surfaced
Authenticity policy
AI policy
The award accepts entries that consist of original photographs modified by AI, but all significant AI modifications must be clearly indicated in the caption. Failure to declare modifications clearly may result in disqualification.
RAW files
Not specified
Editing rules
Female in Focus permits AI-modified photographs provided all significant AI modifications are declared in the caption. Like sister award Portrait of Humanity, this is a disclosure-enforcement regime, not a ban. The 2026 edition is partnered with Nikon as main sponsor and celebrates women, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming photographers.
Verified on June 12, 2026