Faces of Heritage: Ethnic Folk Portrait Photo Contest invites photographers worldwide to honor cultural identity through compelling portraiture.
Showcase the subtle power of facial expression, traditional dress, ritual, and setting that define a community’s story.
Whether you document ceremonial attire in the Andes or capture the quiet dignity of an elder in rural West Africa, we want portraits that are respectful, authentic, and narrative-rich.
What we’re looking for
Close-up or environmental portraits that spotlight ethnic or folk traditions
Attention to cultural detail — costume, craft, ritual, or everyday life
Strong storytelling: images should convey pride, resilience, or ancestral wisdom
Free account - 2 free photo entries per contest.
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Contest sponsor PHOTOWHOA
PRIZE:
1st place —
Annual Plus membership ($99) + 20,000+ Lightroom Presets Collection
2nd place —
Six Months Plus membership ($72) + 1,000 professionally crafted Photoshop actions
3rd place —
Three Months membership ($36) + The Colossal Photography Bundle With Over 20,000 Lightroom Presets, Photoshop Actions & Overlays
Top 10 and
Top 100 photo contest participants will receive downloadable PDF Certificates.
On top of that: Featured Article – Winners will be showcased in a dedicated article on our blog.
Social Media Spotlight – Winning images will be featured across our platforms.
Judges: TPA team +
PhotoWhoa team
Banner photo: © EKATERINA KUZNETSOVA