WORLD CANNABIS PHOTO CUP: WHERE ART, CULTURE, AND CANNABIS COLLIDE
Cannabis culture has always been a muse for the creative spirit. Now, it’s getting its own global stage with the launch of the World Cannabis Photo Cup—an international photography competition that celebrates the plant, the people, and the power of visual storytelling.
Set to culminate at Expo Cannabis Argentina in Buenos Aires this fall, the World Cannabis Photo Cup invites photographers from around the globe—whether professional or passionate hobbyists—to capture the ever-evolving essence of cannabis culture. Registration officially opened on March 28, 2025, and will close on July 28, 2025.
A Global Celebration Through the Lens
With categories ranging from Flowers and Extracts to Glass, Cannabis Clubs, Creativity/Artistic, and even AI-generated art, the competition offers a platform as diverse as the plant itself. Entrants can submit one photo per category at worldcannabisphotocup.com, following official guidelines.
New in 2025: The competition’s Pet Friendly category embraces cannabis culture’s softer, more personal side, while the Cannabis Brand category challenges participants to spotlight a brand through a single unforgettable shot.
The Vision Behind the Lens
The mission of the World Cannabis Photo Cup is clear:
✔ Promote artistic expression within the cannabis community
✔ Showcase the diversity and richness of cannabis through powerful imagery
✔ Create a global space for education, appreciation, and cultural understanding of cannabis
By celebrating the plant’s impact in contemporary society—from underground movements to mainstream markets—the Photo Cup captures cannabis history in the making.
Meet the Masters: A World-Class Jury
Entries will be judged by a powerhouse lineup of renowned cannabis photographers and cultural icons.
The awards ceremony will be hosted by Helga Bucher, known for her work as a budtender, cannabis cup judge, and cultural ambassador.
Photos will be evaluated based on creativity, technical quality, visual/emotional impact, and relevance to cannabis culture.
Big Prizes, Global Exposure
Winners in each category will receive $500 USD, while the Grand Prize Winner will walk away with $2,500 USD or a high-end camera—plus the honor of having their work showcased in a traveling global exhibition that will spotlight cannabis-inspired art around the world.
Organizers Lighting the Way
The World Cannabis Photo Cup is organized by a passionate collective of international artists and activists, including:
- Mariano Escobar & Cintia Alonso (Argentina)
- Carlos Marín (Colombia)
- Cristóbal (Chile)
Their mission is simple yet powerful: break the stigma and elevate cannabis through visual storytelling.
Ready to Make History?
Whether you’re shooting a crystalline trichome, a handcrafted glass rig, or the soul of a local cannabis club, the World Cannabis Photo Cup is your chance to capture cannabis culture in its most authentic form—and leave your mark on history.
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