We are thrilled to announce the ON1 21st Anniversary Photo Contest — a celebration of 21 years of photography, creativity, and innovation alongside our community. To mark this milestone, we want to see the best work you have created with ON1 software, from any point in our history.

Whether you edited the photo last week or 15 years ago, whether it was shot on a film scan or the latest mirrorless camera, this contest is about honoring the craft and the community that has made ON1 what it is today. Submissions are open now through June 30, 2026. Here is everything you need to know to enter.

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Celebrating 21 Years of Photography with Our Community

Twenty-one years is a long time in the software industry. It is even longer in photography — the shift from film to digital, the rise of AI-powered editing, the explosion of mobile photography, and the constant evolution of what it means to make a great image. Through all of it, our community of photographers has been at the center of everything we do.

The ON1 21st Anniversary Photo Contest is our way of celebrating that history together. We want to see the images you are proud of — the shots that pushed your creativity, the landscapes you traveled to capture, the portraits that tell a real story — edited using ON1 software at any point over the past two decades.

Every version of ON1 software qualifies. If you made it with ON1, we want to see it.

Prizes

We are recognizing the top images across three prize tiers, plus honorable mentions.

Grand Prize

• $500 Amazon Gift Card
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels
• Official title: ON1 Anniversary Contest Grand Prize Winner

Second Place

• $100 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card
• 1 Year of ON1 Photo Studio
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels

Third Place

• $50 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card
• 1 Year of ON1 Plus
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels

Honorable Mentions

• Featured in ON1’s official blog
• Community spotlight on ON1 social media

How to Submit Your Entry

Entering is straightforward. Head to on1.com/anniversary-contest and submit your image directly through the contest page. You may submit up to 3 images, and each submission must include:

• Your final edited image — JPEG or PNG, maximum 10MB
• The year the photo was captured
• An image title
• A short description of the image and your editing approach (1–3 sentences)
• Your camera settings
• Your name or social media handle

The contest is open now through June 30, 2026. Don’t wait — there is plenty of time to find your best ON1 edit and get it submitted.

Eligibility and Editing Requirements

The ON1 21st Anniversary Photo Contest is open to photographers worldwide, aged 18 and above. The unique angle of this contest is that entries may be edited using any version of ON1 software from the past 21 years — not just the current release. If you have an image edited in ON1 from years ago that you have always been proud of, this is the place for it.

A few additional things to keep in mind:

• All editing must be performed by the entrant using ON1 software
• Composite images are welcome, provided all elements are original and created by the entrant
• All submitted work must be original — the use of third-party generative AI to create non-original elements is not permitted
• No watermarks on submitted images
• Accepted file formats: JPEG or PNG at a maximum file size of 10MB

Judging Criteria

A panel of judges will evaluate entries based on the following criteria:

• Creativity — Does the image bring a fresh perspective or unexpected approach?
• Composition — Is the image well-constructed and visually intentional?
• Technical Execution — Is the photography technically sound?
• Editing Skill — Does the editing serve the image and demonstrate a command of ON1 software?
• Overall Visual Impact — Does the image make an impression?

Not using ON1 Yet?

This contest is open to anyone using any version of ON1 software, but if you haven’t tried ON1 Photo RAW 2026 — our latest release — now is a great time to get started. It includes a full suite of AI-powered editing tools including NoNoise AI, Brilliance AI, Portrait AI, and Generative Erase, all in a single, non-destructive, no-subscription workflow.

You can try ON1 Photo RAW free for 30 days and have plenty of time to edit and submit before the June 30 deadline.

Submit Your Entry

The ON1 21st Anniversary Photo Contest is open now. We look forward to seeing the images you have created — whether they were edited last month or years ago, landscapes or portraits, bold or quiet. Every great image starts with a photographer who cared enough to get it right.

Submit your entry at on1.com/anniversary-contest. Submissions close June 30, 2026.

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Thank you for being a valued member of the ON1 community.

We are excited to announce the winners of the ON1 Photo RAW Awards 2026. With nearly 300 entries submitted from photographers around the world, this contest gave us a remarkable window into how our community sees and captures life — from remote Scottish hillsides at dawn to the fog-wrapped mountains of Colombia to the banks of the Seine in early morning light.

The range of subjects, styles, and editing approaches on display made judging both a pleasure and a genuine challenge. Every entry represented real effort — early alarms, cold mornings, long drives, and careful hours at the editing desk. That dedication shows in the work.

Entries were evaluated on creativity, composition, technical execution, editing skill, and overall visual impact. After careful deliberation, we are proud to share the images that rose to the top. Congratulations to all of our winners, and a sincere thank you to everyone who took the time to enter.

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🥇  Grand Prize Winner

Quiraing, Scotland  —  Thomas Chang, Jr.

Photo by Thomas Chang, Jr. · Fujifilm X-T5 · f/11 · 0.4 sec · ISO 100 · Isle of Skye, Scotland

Thomas and a small group of photographers set out before sunrise, climbing to the Quiraing — a dramatic landslip on the northern end of the Isle of Skye — in cold, windy conditions. The effort paid off with a striking landscape that captures the raw character of the Scottish Highlands.

Edited in ON1 Photo RAW 2026, the image was converted to black and white and refined with local adjustments, Dynamic Contrast, Tone Enhancer, and light sharpening. The result is a photograph that feels both ancient and immediate.

Why We Chose This Image

Thomas’s Quiraing, Scotland is a commanding landscape that rewards patience and craft in equal measure. The black-and-white conversion strips the scene down to pure form — rock, mist, and sky — while the local adjustments work with precision to guide the viewer’s eye through the terrain. Dynamic Contrast and Tone Enhancer are used with restraint, adding depth without tipping into over-processing. It is a technically confident image with a quiet, atmospheric intensity that set it apart from the field.

Prize: $1,000 B&H Photo Gift Card · Feature on ON1’s blog and social channels

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🥈  Second Place

Colorado Sunset  —  Valerie Neumann

Photo by Valerie Neumann · Nikon Z 8 · f/22 · 1/500 sec · ISO 3600 · Colorado

Shot at dusk as cowboys rounded up a herd to head back to the ranch, Valerie’s image distills the American West into a single frame — silhouetted figures, a richly textured sky, and the kind of quiet drama that can’t be staged.

After initial processing in Lightroom, Valerie brought the image into ON1 Photo RAW for finishing work, using Dynamic Contrast, a Big Softy vignette, and a normal glow to enhance the warmth of the scene without overwhelming it.

Why We Chose This Image

Colorado Sunset earns its place through a rare combination of timing and tone. The silhouettes against a richly layered sky communicate a story that feels both timeless and immediate. The ON1 finishing work — vignette and glow in particular — deepens the warmth of the scene without drawing attention to itself. It is the kind of image that stops the scroll.

Prize: $100 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card · 1 Year of ON1 Photo Studio

View the Full Submission →

🥉  Third Place

Morning Stroll by the Seine  —  John Mazerall

Photo by John Mazerall · Nikon Z 7ii · 17mm · f/22 · 1/20 sec · ISO 80 · Paris, France

On a walk across the Pont de Bir-Hakeim after shooting the Eiffel Tower, John spotted a gathering of photographers along the Seine and decided to investigate. What he found — the tower framed by glowing leaves and a strong sunburst — became one of the standout images of his trip.

Edited in ON1 Photo RAW 2026 with NoNoise AI, lens correction, tone adjustments in the Develop tab, and three Effects filters: Color Enhancer, Deep Forest Glow at 25% opacity, and Big Softy Vignette.

Why We Chose This Image

John’s Morning Stroll by the Seine is a beautifully composed image that uses the sunburst and leaf canopy as a natural frame around one of the world’s most photographed subjects — and still manages to make it feel fresh. The restraint in the Effects work stands out: the glow at 25% opacity adds depth without muddying the scene, and the vignette leads the eye exactly where it belongs. NoNoise AI keeps the image clean at a slow shutter speed, preserving detail in the foliage that would otherwise be lost.

Prize: $50 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card · 1 Year of ON1 Plus

View the Full Submission →

Honorable Mentions

These submissions stood out from a strong field and reflect the creativity and range of the ON1 community.

Sentinel of the Mist  —  Dustin Kasten

Photo by Dustin Kasten · Canon EOS 80D · f/8 · 1/1000 sec · ISO 1000 · Guatapé, Colombia

Captured on the road to Guatapé, Colombia, a lone cow stands above cloud-covered mountains in a scene Dustin describes as both eerie and sacred. Converted to black and white in ON1 with local adjustments to isolate the fog, plus Glow, Tone Enhancer, and Vignette in the Effects panel. View the Submission →

Beach Boss  —  Paul Broadbent

Photo by Paul Broadbent · Canon EOS R10 · f/7.1 · 1/160 sec · ISO 160 · Da Nang, Vietnam

A late-afternoon beach scene from Da Nang, Vietnam — a solitary man watching the water while beachgoers fill the frame behind him. Finished in ON1 with a Warm vintage filter, color grading adjustments, Sunshine at 80% strength, and curve tweaks to arrive at the final look. View the Submission →

Iced In  —  Mike Casscles

Photo by Mike Casscles · Nikon Z8 · f/11 · 10 sec · ISO 100 · Lake Louise, Banff National Park

The famous boathouse at Lake Louise sits still beside a frozen, snow-covered lake on a cold March evening, with Fairview Mountain rising in the background. Edited in ON1 Photo RAW 2026 using Brilliance AI, the ON1 Vivid tone profile, Color Enhancer, and Tone Enhancer — a strong result from a photographer who describes himself as new to advanced editing. View the Submission →

Thank You to Everyone Who Participated

This contest is a reflection of the community that makes ON1 what it is — photographers who push their craft, explore the world, and use ON1 Photo RAW to bring their vision to life. Whether you placed or not, we are grateful for every submission.

The ON1 Photo RAW Awards is just one of the ways we celebrate our community throughout the year. If you want more opportunities to get your work seen, grow as a photographer, and connect with other ON1 users, we’d love to have you join us.

ON1 Plus members get access to monthly photo remix challenges, community events, exclusive tutorials, and insider content — the best way to stay active in the ON1 community and keep your creative work moving forward.

Join ON1 Plus →

And don’t miss the full gallery — nearly 300 entries from photographers in countries around the world, all edited with ON1 Photo RAW. Browse the submissions here.

We are thrilled to announce the ON1 Photo RAW Awards 2026! To celebrate the launch of ON1 Photo RAW 2026.4 we want to showcase the exceptional photography created and edited by our community using Photo RAW.

From striking landscapes and intimate portraits to bold creative composites, the ON1 Photo RAW Awards recognizes the outstanding work photographers are producing with ON1. Whether you’ve been part of the ON1 community for years or recently made the switch, we want to see your best work. Submissions are open now through May 31, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know to enter.

Prizes

We’re recognizing the top images across three prize tiers, plus honorable mentions.

Grand Prize

• $1,000 B&H Photo Gift Card
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels
• Official title: ON1 Photo RAW Awards 2026 Winner

Second Place

• $100 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card
• 1 Year of ON1 Photo Studio
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels

Third Place

• $50 ON1 Merchandise Gift Card
• 1 Year of ON1 Plus
• Feature on ON1’s official blog and social media channels

Honorable Mentions

• Featured in ON1’s official blog
• Community spotlight on ON1 social media

How to Submit

Entering is simple. You may submit up to 3 images, and each submission must include:

• Your final edited image (JPEG or PNG, maximum 10MB)
• An image title
• A short description of the image and your edits (1–3 sentences)
• Your camera settings
• Your social media handle or name

Head to on1.com/photo-raw-awards to submit your entry.

Eligibility and Editing Requirements

The ON1 Photo RAW Awards 2026 are open to photographers worldwide who are 18 years of age or older. All editing must be performed using ON1 Photo RAW 2026.4 or an earlier version.

Additional requirements to keep in mind:

• Composite images are welcome, provided all elements are original and created by the entrant
• All submitted work must be original — the use of third-party generative AI to create non-original elements is not permitted
• No watermarks on submitted images
• Accepted formats: JPEG or PNG at a maximum file size of 10MB

Judging Criteria

A panel of judges will evaluate entries based on the following criteria:

• Creativity — Does the image bring a fresh perspective or unexpected approach?
• Composition — Is the image well-constructed and visually intentional?
• Technical Execution — Is the photography technically sound?
• Editing Skill — Does the editing serve the image and demonstrate a strong command of ON1 Photo RAW?
• Overall Visual Impact — Does the image make an impression?

Not Yet on ON1 Photo RAW 2026?

If you haven’t upgraded yet, now is a great time to get started. ON1 Photo RAW 2026.4 includes a full suite of AI-powered editing tools all in a single, non-destructive workflow. You can try it free for 30 days and get your submissions in before the May 31 deadline.

Submit Your Entry

We look forward to seeing the incredible work that photographers in our community have been creating with ON1 Photo RAW. Submissions are open now through May 31, 2026.

Submit Your Entry Here →

Thank you for being a valued member of the ON1 community.