About Capture the moment 2026
Capture the moment is IHC’s photography competition for New Zealanders with an intellectual disability, or an intellectual disability and autism.
Building on the success of the IHC Art Awards, Capture the moment celebrates creativity through the lens – whether a camera, mobile phone, or tablet.
The competition is a platform for self-expression, confidence-building, and connection, while highlighting the unique perspectives and stories of photographers. It helps raise awareness of the creativity within the IHC community and encourages inclusion and appreciation through visual storytelling.
Our judges select 30 finalists whose work will be exhibited at FOTO FEST in Hawke’s Bay. FOTO FEST is a vibrant, city-wide visual arts and cultural event held across Hastings and Napier, featuring exhibitions in galleries, community spaces, outdoor locations, and local businesses.
This year’s theme, “Nature: the living world,” invites participants to capture the beauty, diversity, and vitality of the natural environment.
Entries
Entries open at 9am on Wednesday 15 July 2026.
Exhibition
IHC’s Capture the moment exhibition will feature at FOTO FEST from Monday 28 September to Friday 19 October 2026 at Arts Inc in Hastings.
Address:
Arts Inc
106 Russell Street South
St Leonards
Hastings 4156
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 4pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Sunday: Closed
FOTO FEST is managed by FOTO Iwi, a creative charitable trust
Prizes
- Winner – $5,000
- Second place – $3,000
- Third place – $2,000
- Youth Award winner – $1,500
- People's Choice winner – $1,500
Terms and conditions
The 2026 Terms and conditions will be available soon.
If you require any further information, please contact us at ihc.events@ihc.org.nz.
Judges
The 2026 judges will be announced soon.
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