The Edinburgh International is one of the most highly regarded photographic exhibitions in the UK, and one of the few Print only International Salons in the world. Our Exhibition attracts thousands of entries from all around the world. 

Our Exhibition has built a strong reputation since its inception in 1861, the year Edinburgh Photographic Society was formed.

Unlike many exhibitions, we only accept what we can display thus, gaining an acceptance is a high achievement and much sought after by photographers who enter year after year. All accepted prints are displayed at Edinburgh Photographic Society’s premises during the Edinburgh Festivals in August when the exhibition receives thousands of visitors from all over the world, many of whom visit year after year. All accepted images appear in the A4 printed colour catalogue. We look forward to welcoming you to the 160th running of the Edinburgh International.

This year we have increased the number of awards available for the best prints. A very high proportion of accepted images will now receive awards.

Entries open on 16th March 2024 and close on 12 June 2024. Prints must be received by us by 17th June 2024 or they will not be judged. The Exhibition runs from 3rd to 25th August 2024.