| Copyright | You will be granting WeSay.com a royalty free, worldwide nonexclusive, nonterminable, perpetual license to display your photograph on WeSay.com. However, you retain ownership of the photograph. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | In order to enter you must be a natural person and be age 14 or older. You may not enter or win if you are a professional photographer. |
| Finish | 31 March 2009 |
| Entry fee | Free |
.png)
Finished
Enter your photos today FREE for a chance to win these great prizes:
- Grand prize: Epson Stylus Photo Printer R1800 (or cash equivalent)
- First prize: $100 gift certificate to Ritz Camera
- Second prize: $50 gift certificate to Ritz Camera
- Third prize: Free Photo Book from dotPhoto.com
There are six categories:
- News,
- Environment,
- Sports,
- Celebs,
- Far-out
- Winter Sports.
===
We want the real thing. Electronically-manipulated photos are not accepted.
Winners will be announced and their photographs displayed on the WeSay.com website on or before April 15, 2009.
All eligible photographs entered in the Contest will be judged by WeSay.com based on (a) news value (b) emotional impact, (c) photographic quality (factors such as composition, perspective, exposure, and lighting that evidence technical skill in taking and Acceptable Editing of the photograph), and (d) the clarity, accuracy, and impact of their accompanying description.
In order to enter a photograph in the Contest, you must complete the WeSay.com Best of Citizen Journalism Photo Contest Official Entry Form. You will be allowed to upload five digital photographs in JPEG format at a resolution no larger than 640 by 480 pixels. You also will be required to enter your name and e-mail address, indicate the title of the photograph, provide a brief description of the photograph and the context in which it was taken, and indicate the category in which you wish to enter the photograph. You may enter up to five different photographs, but each photograph must be submitted separately using the WeSay.com Best of Citizen Journalism Photo Contest Official Entry Form.
Official web page: www.wesay.com/Contest/
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.