Estepona Launches Autumn Photo Competition for Young Residents

Young Estepona residents can capture the town's autumn beauty and win prizes in the Town Hall's second mobile phone photography competition

Estepona's younger residents have a new opportunity to showcase their artistic talent and capture the town's seasonal beauty. The Town Hall has announced its second youth photography competition, inviting participants to highlight Estepona in autumn.

The 'Estepona a través del móvil' (Estepona through the Mobile) competition aims to promote photography as a means of cultural expression among young people. It also encourages them to explore their surroundings and display their creativity. This year's theme is 'Estepona en otoño' (Estepona in Autumn).

Who Can Participate?

The competition is open to young people aged 14 to 35, providing they are registered residents of Estepona in 2026. Each participant may submit one original and unpublished photograph.

Submission Details

Photographs must be taken with a mobile phone. They should capture objects, areas, corners, spaces, or landscapes that stand out for their beauty or interest during autumn within the Estepona municipal area. Participants must also include a brief text explaining the reason behind their photo.

Crucially, photos must be taken between 22 September and 21 October 2026. Participants should ensure their phone's date and time are correctly set for verification. Submissions must be in JPG format, with a minimum size of 2.5 MB. Photomontages or retouched photos will not be accepted.

The submission period runs from 22 September until 14:00 on 22 October 2026. Entry forms are available on the municipal website, www.estepona.es. Completed and signed forms should be submitted via the Estepona Town Hall's entry register or other legally accepted methods by the deadline.

Prizes and Announcements

Three prizes will be awarded to the participants with the highest scores. The first prize is €300, the second prize is €200, and the third prize is €100. The jury's decision will be announced on 29 October 2026, via the www.estepona.es website.