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Close-up Photographer of the Year 2025

 

Entries close Sunday, 13th July at 23:59 BST

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🌍 Global exposure 〰️ 📘 Free ebook worth £19.99 〰️ 📸 11 Categories 〰️ 🧠 Expert jury 〰️

 
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Enter the 7th Close-up Photographer of the Year!

🏆 Win £2,500 ($3,300) + other prizes

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📘 Free eBook worth £19.99

📸 11 unique categories

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⏰ Deadline: Sunday 13 July at 23:59 BST

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