The fun doesn’t finish with the last click of the shutter. Seeing your images printed alongside everyone else’s, winning awards, and disagreeing with the judges’ choices are all part of the experience.  But how will the event be judged? Read on and we’ll explain…

Our supporter, Yosef Adest of 52Frames, writes about creative challenges, and how important they are in everyday life.

Creativity has always played an important role in mental health. It gives the brain a chance to stretch, adapt, and stay active. It encourages neuroplasticity, challenges our usual patterns of thinking, and gives us a meaningful way to process the world around us.

John Whittle shares his experience of last year’s RCT Photomarathon.

‍If you’re taking part in a photomarathon, chances are some or all your photos will be taken out in public places. There is something uniquely satisfying about capturing a raw, candid slice of daily life. But before you head out with your camera, it’s vital to understand the "rules of the road"—both the legal ones and the social ones.

Think you need a big camera to take part in the Oxford Photomarathon? Think again. Smartphones are incredibly powerful creative tools - and for a fast-paced, idea-driven event like this, they can actually give you an advantage.

John Whittle, Chair of Oxford Photomarathon, explains how photo competitions inspire him.

Taking part in a photomarathon is an exciting creative challenge. With 12 themes to capture in just 24 hours, the key to success is preparation...

Merrill Jacobs explains why he’s joined the team organising the Oxford Photomarathon, taking place on 25 July 2026 - a 24-hour photography challenge designed to bring people together through creativity, curiosity and a shared love of photography.

The countdown has officially begun! July might sound far away, but with around 120 days to go, time is moving fast, and so are we…

While this Photomarathon is based in the beautiful city of Oxford, one of the most exciting aspects of the event is that you don’t actually have to be in Oxford to take part. The challenge has been designed so that photographers anywhere in the UK - or even around the world - can join in.

If you’ve ever wanted to improve your photography but weren’t sure where to begin, the Oxford Photomarathon is a great place to start…

A photomarathon is a creative photography challenge where participants are asked to capture a set number of images within a fixed period of time…

Save the date - 25 July 2026. 12 topics - 12 images- 24 hours! Pre-register at oxfordphotomarathon.com/pre-register to get advance notice of ticket sales (due April). Never done a photomarathon before? Try it, you’ll be hooked!