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The Renaissance Photography Competition

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Renaissance is an international photography competition that seeks outstanding images to celebrate the experience of living.

Whether you capture a moment from your own life or explore the theme more generally, Renaissance invites you to enter photographs that express and celebrate "Moments that Matter".

The Renaissance photography competition (the Competition) has been organized by the organizing committee (the Committee) to raise money for the Lavender Trust at Breast Cancer Care (the Lavender Trust).

The Competition will be judged by a jury of well-known photographers (the Jury) and will result in a high-profile, celebrity exhibition in March 2009 (the Exhibition).

Categories:

  • Emotions
    Moments that capture the emotions of life: from sadness to happiness, laughter to loneliness – those moments that show what it means to be human.
  • The human body
    Moments that celebrate the physical: the beauty of the human form, the intensity and joy of physical activity or the variety of sensory experience.
  • The world we live in
    Moments that capture our experience of the world around us, which is a constant source of wonder and inspiration: details from nature, landscapes, images of wildlife or different cultures, the achievements of the man-made world.

Prizes

  • Renaissance prize – £3,000 awarded to overall winner
  • Category prizes – £500 best in category; £250 for runner-up
  • Exhibition – 60 finalists will have the chance to be exhibited and sell their work

 

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Entries may be in black and white or in colour. Retouching / manipulation of images is accepted provided that all works are original works and not copies of other people’s works.

Prepare your entry. You can enter as many categories as you like, and you can enter as many images as you like. Each entry should be a JPG image of not more than 800 pixels on the longest side, and not more than 200 Kb in file size.

Sign up to the site. You’ll be asked for your contact details (so we can notify you if you win), and you can choose your own password. Once you’ve registered you can log in to your own private area on the site where you can upload your entry.

Once you’ve uploaded your entry you’ll need to pay the entry fee. This is either £15 for a single image, or £25 for up to four images. The entry fee can be paid by credit or debit card using PayPal, and your entry fee goes to The Lavender Trust to support younger people with breast cancer.

Official web site: renaissancephotography.org/launch/index.php

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Frequently asked questions — Amateur photography contests

Who can enter amateur photography contests?

Most amateur contests welcome non-professional photographers worldwide—hobbyists, students, and emerging creators. Many explicitly exclude those who earn primary income from photography to ensure a level playing field. Always verify age requirements and amateur-status definitions on the official contest page.

Are amateur photography contests free to enter?

Many are free or low-cost: entry fees typically range from $0–$25 per submission, with student discounts or early-bird rates often available. Fee status and discount tiers are confirmed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.

What prizes do amateur photography contests offer?

Prizes emphasize growth and exposure: cash awards range $100–$2,500, while non-monetary rewards include mentorship feedback, online feature spots, workshop scholarships, or entry credits to advanced contests. Even without large cash prizes, these contests offer valuable confidence-building opportunities.

How do I choose which amateur contest to enter?

Prioritize contests that match your current skill level and genre interests. Look for opportunities offering constructive feedback or educational components, confirm that professional photographers are excluded (if that matters to you), and review rights clauses—even amateur contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.

Frequently asked questions — International photography contests

Who can enter international photography contests?

Most international contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of nationality or experience level. Always verify eligibility on the official contest page—some restrict by age (18+), amateur/professional status, or thematic focus.

Are international photography contests free to enter?

Some are free; many charge $10–$50 per image, with early-bird discounts often available. Entry fees and deadline tiers are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.

What prizes do international photography contests offer?

Prizes range from cash awards ($500–$25,000) to gallery exhibitions, publication features, professional gear, and artist residencies. Prestigious awards like the Sony World Photography Awards or IPA carry significant industry recognition.

How do I choose which international contest to enter?

Align your strongest work with the contest theme and review past winners to gauge aesthetic preferences. Confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), check rights clauses carefully, and prioritize contests whose mission matches your artistic goals.

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