REPUBLIC OF KOREA NATIONAL & REGIONAL AWARD
Set up by Sony Korea Corporation and Creo, the Republic of Korea National & Regional Award recognises outstanding photographic talent, bringing greater local and international recognition to photographers from the region.
Winner receives Sony Digital Imaging equipment, inclusion in the official exhibition in London’s Somerset House and promotion via the World Photography Organisation's channels.
Image: © Seungho Kim
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
> Open to all photographers from the Republic of Korea entering the Series competition*
> One photographer wins the title of Republic of Korea National & Regional Award Winner. A Second and Third Place will also be awarded.*
> Please see 'Rules' on the Series competition page for full eligibility criteria
> Deadline is January 12, 2027 at 16.00 GMT
Image: © Ye Hyun Kim
PRIZES
| Winner | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Digital Imaging equipment | x | ||
| Inclusion in London exhibition** | x | ||
| Flights and accommodation to attend the Awards 2027 Ceremony in London | x | ||
| Promoted on WPO's website | x | x | x |
| Promoted to WPO's online community | x |
*
* Participants must have South Korean nationality and reside in the Republic of Korea during the period of the Award being open for entries (June 2026 - January 2027).
** Please note that your image may be displayed digitally (on screens) or printed.