EXPERIMENTAL CONTEST
Explore the essence of identity, emotion, and imagination in Dreamlike Faces: AI Portrait Photography Contest, where artificial intelligence meets the art of portraiture.
This competition invites artists, photographers, and digital creators to push the boundaries of AI-generated portraiture, crafting surreal, hyperreal, and conceptual faces that challenge our perception of human expression.
From ethereal dreamscapes to futuristic avatars, from painterly elegance to abstract distortions, this contest is an open canvas for AI-driven creativity. Participants are encouraged to experiment with AI tools, blending technology with artistic vision to redefine the future of portrait photography.
Key Themes:
Synthetic Souls – AI’s interpretation of human emotions, identity, and personality.
Dreamlike Faces – Surreal, poetic, and fantastical AI-generated portraits.
Hyperreal Avatars – Futuristic, digital beings that blur the line between reality and simulation.
Conceptual Expressions – Abstract, fragmented, or stylized portraits that challenge traditional aesthetics.
🚫 No Still Life, Landscapes, or Abstract Compositions in This Contest
For AI-generated landscapes, still life, and conceptual compositions, please participate in our separate contest HERE.
Who Can Participate?
Artists, photographers, designers, and AI enthusiasts—anyone passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and human representation. No prior AI experience is necessary—just creativity and a willingness to experiment.
The winners will get Awards & Recognition:
Featured Article – Winners will be showcased in a dedicated article on our blog.
Social Media Spotlight – Winning images will be featured across our platforms.
Dedicated Posts – Your work will get the recognition it deserves with personalized shoutouts.
Judging Criteria:
Entries will be evaluated based on originality, emotional depth, concept execution, and visual impact. The goal is to highlight how AI can be a powerful tool for portrait artistry rather than a constraint.
Judges: TPA team
contest preview and banner image ©Polina Kostanda aka Polly in Wonderland
