Short Description

David Roche Gallery is excited to announce the inaugural Best in Show 2025: Australian Photographic Dog Prize. Established as a biennial prize, this competition celebrates Australian dogs and pays homage to the legacy of our founder, David Roche AM (1930-2013).

From David’s famous Fermoy Kennels in North Adelaide his dogs won awards nationally and internationally from the 1950s to the early 2010s. Particularly known for his Afghan Hounds and Kerry Blue Terriers, David holds the record for having won more Best in Shows at Royal Shows than any other Australian.

An All Breeds dog judge from the 1950s onward, David was in demand internationally including appointments to Crufts in England and Morris & Essex in the United States. David’s archive includes photographic portraits of many of his champion dogs and now David Roche Gallery has created a prize opportunity to celebrate the many ways in which dogs continue to play a central role in our lives.

Eligibility

Entries are invited in the following competition categories by both adult and young photographers. All photographs are required to be less than two years old at the time of the closing date of entry. All photographs must have been taken in Australia.

  • Dog portrait
  • Dogs and companions
  • Dogs in action
  • Puppies

How to Apply

Online Application

Program Benefits & Awards

Best in Show 2025: Australian Photographic Dog Prize is open to amateur and professional photographers with a first prize of $5000. The Young photographer category offers a first prize of $500 and the People’s Choice Award $500. 

Entry Fee

Each photographer may submit up to four entries. The entry fee is AU$30 (incl GST) for each entry. Young photographer, each entry $10 (incl GST).

Location

North Adelaide, Australia

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 19 May 2025

Website Link: https://www.rochegallery.com.au/BisPrize/

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