| Copyright | Funny Photo Contest LLC has the nonexclusive right to store and display the photograph indefinitely on its website and to use the photograph in all print and electronic media indefinitely |
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| Entry fee | Free |
If you like taking photos, you may want to submit your best photograph and enter the competition to win a $500 prize. This may be your lucky day. So grab your camera, whether it’s an old favorite stand-by, a new digital camera, or merely a throw-way camera, to begin shooting photos at every opportunity. And use your creativity to enter the Caption Contest and write a clever caption for the featured photo. For that you don’t even need a camera!Each month new contests begin every other week. One starts on the 2nd of the month and the other on the 17th. Photos that are accepted by the Funny Photos Selection Committee will be displayed in a later contest, not the current one.
There are three contests. The primary contest for “Funny Photos” will display funny or amusing photos. The secondary contest for “Cute Photos” will display cute or unusual photos with the Funny Photos Selection Committee determining the appropriate category for each submission. The third contest gives viewers an opportunity to create a caption for the featured photo.
The winner of the “Funny Photos” $50 bi-weekly prize will be selected, by the FunnyPhotosContest.com Judges, from the FIVE photos receiving the most votes from website viewers. Every few days, the results of the voting will be displayed on the “Who’s Winning” page. At the end of each contest, the winning photo will appear on the “Winners” page. Each September and March, the winners from the previous six months will be judged and the winner will receive a $500 bonus prize.
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Official web site: funnyphotoscontest.com
Rules: funnyphotoscontest.com/rules.html
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 — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free 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.