Theme: Places of Worship – Built to Inspire
We are excited to invite photographers of all ages and skill levels to explore how Modernism meets the sacred. Whether you are in Green Bay, Elm Grove, Menasha, or Ripon, share with us what inspires you.
This year’s theme focuses on midcentury places of worship—spaces designed not only for worship, but also for wonder, connection, and architectural innovation. We are looking for images that capture the artistry, geometry, and emotional resonance of modernist religious architecture built between 1945 and 1980. Eligible buildings include churches, temples, mosques, synagogues, and chapels.
Deadline to Submit: November 1, 2025 - EXTENDED to December 1, 2025.
Winners Announced: November 14, 2025 - EXTENDED to December 8, 2025.
1st Place: $200 + Press Highlight + Social Media Feature
2nd Place: $100 + Social Media Feature
3rd Place: $50 + Social Media Feature Honorable Mentions:
Featured online and in exhibition
Selected works will be showcased in DOCOMOMO WI’s DocoPhoto Exhibition with potential for traveling exhibits and partner features. Full details, eligibility, and formatting requirements are available online.
Questions? Email DocomomoFellow@gmail.com
Submit up to 5 photos here: Google Form Link
Beane Engineering is generously sponsoring this year’s DocoPhoto Awards. We are deeply grateful for their support and partnership. Based in Milwaukee and New York City, Beane Engineering is a structural engineering firm specializing in adaptive reuse, historic preservation, and the design of architecturally unique and complex buildings, residences, and artworks. Their commitment to thoughtful collaboration and creative problem-solving aligns beautifully with Docomomo Wisconsin’s mission to celebrate and preserve modern architecture.
Thank you, Beane Engineering, for investing in our community and helping elevate this year’s DocoPhoto contest.