The CDS Documentary Essay Prize honors the best in short-form documentary photography and writing in alternating years: one year, photos; one year, writing. The focus is on current or recently completed work (within the last two years) from a long-term project.

This year’s prize is for the best in short-form documentary photography. The photographic essay can be on any subject.

You will be asked to provide the following: 15 photographs, 1-page statement (context for the photographic essay you are submitting, including the duration of your project and whether it is completed or ongoing; describe your intentions for the work), 1-page biography or C.V.

The winner receives $3,000 and features in Center for Documentary Studies’ digital publications.