| Copyright | Participant retains ownership of the copyright in any submitted Photographs. Sponsor shall have the right to edit, adapt, and publish any or all of the Photographs in marketing or advertising related to The Contest without compensation to the participant, his or her successors or assigns, or any other entity. Photographs will be given attribution credit based on the name supplied with submission. The winner shall work with Sponsor to change the file in any way deemed necessary for publication of the Photograph(s). The participant shall supply, upon request, original, unmodified digital files. |
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| Eligibility | Open only to legal residents of the fifty United States (including D.C.) and the United Kingdom who are at least thirteen years old at the time of entry. Entrants who are minors must get permission from their parents or legal guardians to enter the Contest. |
| Finish | 31 May 2009 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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“Travel” Photo Contest (May): Enter photos memorializing destinations around the world, from landmark monuments to natural wonders, national celebrities, shows, and more – let your imagine run wild!
Prizes
- Grand Prize: $500 Visa Gift Card, SmugMug 2-year Pro membership, and a $75 SmugMug Gift Card
- First Prize: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 software, a choice of Wiley digital photography books ($150 value), SmugMug 1-year Pro membership, and a $50 SmugMug gift card
- Second Prize: LowePro camera bag, a choice of Wiley digital photography books ($100 value), and SmugMug 1-year Pro membership
- Third Prize: $75 toward a purchase on blurb.com and a choice of Wiley digital photography books ($100 value)
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During the Promotion, visit WileyPhotoChallenge.smugmug.com and login or create an account. Create an account or upload without an account. Complete all required fields on the "Enter the contest" page. Upload a photograph that reasonably depicts or interprets "travel."
All images must be available at 300dpi, even if the uploaded image is at a lower dpi.
Limit: Each participant may enter up to ten (10) Photographs during the Contest Period.
Official web site: wileyphotochallenge.smugmug.com Additional information about the contest is available at:
www.wileyptnews.com/2009/04/30/wiley_photo_contest-travel.
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.