| Copyright | Entrants and Winners acknowledge and agree that their entries become the sole property of the Sponsor, who thereby has the right to publish, display, edit, adapt, modify, reproduce, promote, and otherwise use entries in away way it sees fit. The Sponsor also has the exclusive right to use the entries and excerpts of the entries in any advertising and promotional materials (visual, sound, print and/or electronic form), including posting entries on its website and non-affiliated web sites. |
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| Eligibility | This contest is open only to legal residents (including APO/FPO addresses) of the United States of America (excluding Puerto Rico), who are 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry. Void in Puerto Rico and where prohibited by law. |
| Finish | 31 May 2008 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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Is there a special moment that made you feel so proud that it needed to be photographed and framed so you would always remember it?
Show & tell us about your proudest moment… a child’s birth, a graduation or wedding day, a sports victory, a military ceremony, a lost tooth or first-ever home run….
Life’s special moments are endless and are meant to be framed!
Prizes:
- 1st Place $150 and a Church Hill Classics photo frame up to 11” x 14”
- 2nd Place – $50 & a Church Hill Classics photo frame up to 8” x 10”
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Entries must include entry form with your full name, phone number, address, e-mail address, and brief description of your photo.
Entries image should be: No larger than 500 KB and be Property of the entrant.
How to Enter Contest: Visit beginning May 1, 12:00 PM EST through May 31, 12:00 PM EST. You may enter by e-mailing your photograph, photograph caption, full name, phone number and e-mail address to [email protected]
Official web site is here.
The rules page is here.
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.