The Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize showcases the work of talented young photographers, gifted amateurs and established professionals in the very best of contemporary photography.
Currently showing at the National Portrait Gallery until the 8th Feb 2026, the competition “celebrates a diverse range of images and tells the fascinating stories behind the creation of works, from formal commissioned portraits to more spontaneous and intimate moments capturing friends and family. ”
I found it to be something of a mixed bag this year.
Although some of the work was excellent, others failed to make much of an impact on me, not helped by some truly pretentious text descriptions.
Is it worth the tenner to see it? Just about, I guess, although it was almost worth the admission prize to see these wonderful two photos below:
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Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2025
Runs until 8th February 2026
National Portrait Gallery
St Martin’s Place
London
WC2H 0HE
General enquiries: 020 7306 0055
£9.50 / 10.50 with donation
Open daily: 10.30 – 18.00
Friday & Saturday: 10.30 – 21.00
Entry to the gallery is free, although individual exhibitions may charge admission.
Free WiFi available