How do I get my work featured?

It starts with sharing your work.

• Tag @seniorMUSE on Instagram
• Share your images in our Facebook community

Our team reviews images regularly and selects standout work to feature.

How are images selected for features?

All features are curated by our team.

We look for strong images based on:

• lighting
• composition
• emotion and connection
• styling and creativity
• overall impact

Features are not based on likes or algorithms.

How often do you feature photographers?

We feature images regularly throughout the week and are always looking for new work.

We also make an effort to highlight a wide variety of photographers, including new and emerging talent.

Can I be featured more than once?

Yes.

Photographers can be featured multiple times throughout the year.

What is Image of the Week?

Image of the Week is a weekly opportunity inside our Facebook community.

How it works:

• Monday — Submit up to 5 images
• Tuesday — Finalists are selected
• Wednesday — Community voting
• Friday — Winner announced

The winning image receives recognition and may be invited to our annual BEST of issue.

Do I have to be featured to submit to a magazine?

No.

Our quarterly magazines are open to all photographers, and you may submit your work during each submission period whether you’ve been featured or not.

How do I get published?

You can submit your work to any of our open magazine submissions during the submission window.

Details and submission links can be found on the Magazines page.

What is the BEST of issue?

The BEST of issue is an annual, curated publication featuring standout work from the seniorMUSE® community.

Images are selected and invited from:

• Curated Features
• Image of the Week
• Magazine Publications
• Editor’s Choice Awards

What is 50 to Follow?

50 to Follow is an annual, portfolio-based contest judged by industry professionals.

Photographers submit a body of work, and winners are selected based on overall consistency, quality, and impact.

Do you accept article submissions?

Yes.

We welcome article submissions for our magazines on topics such as:

• photography techniques
• editing
• business
• styling and wardrobe
• senior session experiences
• help for seniors transitioning to college
• help for families loosing their senior(s)

Is there a community I can join?

Yes — our Facebook group is an important part of seniorMUSE®.

It’s a space to:

• share your work
• participate in Image of the Week
• learn and grow
• connect with other photographers
• ask questions
• keep up with all things going in at seniorMUSE®

Any tips for getting featured?

Focus on creating strong, intentional work.

Images that stand out often include:

• clean composition
• strong lighting
• genuine emotion
• thoughtful styling
• attention to detail

We review a high volume of images, so keep sharing — we’re always looking.