Vienna Photo Award 2026: „Tales of Italy – Caffè & Italien“ powered by Lavazza Österreich

Vienna Photo Award 2026: “Tales of Italy – Caffè & Italy” powered by Lavazza Austria

Photography meets Italian coffee culture.

The Vienna Photo Award 2026 launches with a special collaboration with Lavazza Austria. Under the special theme “Tales of Italy – Caffè & Italy”, photographers are invited to capture the magic of Italy, its coffee culture, and the unique atmosphere of the Italian lifestyle.

Submissions are open until May 31, 2025, with prizes worth more than €10,000 waiting for participants.

👉 All information and submission:
https://www.fotofestival-wien.com/vienna-photo-award

Tell Your Photographic Story of Italy

Italy is more than a destination — it is a way of life.
The aroma of freshly brewed espresso, conversations at the café bar, small coffee shops in narrow streets, or the first cappuccino of the morning.

These are the moments that define the special theme:

“Tales of Italy – Caffè & Italy”

Photographers are invited to submit images that capture:

  • the Italian coffee culture

  • authentic espresso and café moments

  • the spirit of Italian lifestyle

  • visual stories about people, places, and everyday life in Italy

Whether documentary, artistic, or experimental — all photographic interpretations that reflect Italy’s atmosphere and coffee culture are welcome.

Win Prizes Worth More Than €10,000

The Vienna Photo Award is among the most exciting photography competitions in Austria and Europe.

Thanks to the partnership with Lavazza Austria, participants have the chance to win special prizes, including:

  • premium Lavazza coffee machines

  • a one-year supply of Lavazza coffee

  • additional prizes related to photography and lifestyle

  • international exposure within the Vienna Photo Festival

The total prize value exceeds €10,000.

Why You Should Participate

Photography competitions offer an excellent opportunity to showcase your work and gain international visibility.

The Vienna Photo Award offers:

  • international exposure

  • presentation within a photography festival environment

  • attractive prizes

  • a platform for emerging and established photographers

The theme Caffè & Italy opens countless creative possibilities — from street photography and portraiture to atmospheric documentary storytelling.

Submit Your Work Now

If you want to tell a photographic story about Italy, this is your opportunity.

📅 Submission deadline: May 31, 2025

All information about participation:
👉 https://www.fotofestival-wien.com/vienna-photo-award