University of the Arts London is now accepting submissions from UAL students and recent alumni for the 2012 Bar-Tur Photography Award. The award was established in 2011 in memory of Ann Lesley Bar-Tur.

FOTO8 Summershow is the only open entry, annual photography show in the UK. Any photographer from any background is encouraged to enter work. Submit for the chance to have your photography seen and sold – and to win a £2,000 cash prize.

The inaugural outing of The Other Art Fair kicks off this month on the 24th November, to celebrate FAD are inviting you to find your own compositions in nature, for the chance to win the new Polaroid. Plus get FREE entry to the Other Art Fair here.

Feeling optimistic? Share your pictures in the Paul Smith Optimistic Photos competition for the chance to win £500 to spend at Paul Smith, plus VIP entry to his exclusive summer party in May.

A photo contest concentrating on portrait photography and judged by a Panel of Judges, the winner(s) will be part of the final festival exhibition in May 2011. 7 European countries, 19 cities, 30 of the best European photography schools are involved: more than ever, MAP want to establish this Photo Contest and Festival as a talent scout for the bright young things of European photography.