| Copyright | By submitting photos to this contest you agree to allow GW magazine and its affiliates to use your name and images in connection with publication of your entry and for promotional purposes (except where prohibited), without review, notification, or approval. |
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| Eligibility | Open to persons 18 years and over. |
| Finish | 15 January 2010 |
| Entry fee | $25 |
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Global Woman is a premier quarterly magazine and monthly webzine that covers the latest issues on women around the world. The publication serves to connect women from coast to coast and beyond, catering to their needs and giving voice to the many issues that affect their daily lives. Global Woman is a celebration of the woman’s life from childhood to adulthood.
Theme: What is a global woman?
This photo contest offers photographers an opportunity to capture and share their vision of the essence of a Global Woman.
Prizes:
- 1st prize is $1,000 and the winner will have their photo printed full page, in the magazine, with a bio printed inside, and showcased on the Global Woman website.
- 2nd prize is $500 and the winner will have their photo printed in the magazine and on the website.
- 3rd prize is $300 and the winner will have their photo printed in the magazine and on the website.
- Along with the winners, the honorable mentions will be published in the 4th Edition of the magazine in a 6 – 8 pg spread, and may be published on our website in a slideshow as well. Those honorable mentions will each receive a $25 gift card or one year subscription to GW magazine.
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You may upload up to 5 photos. They must be 72 dpi, and in JPEG or TIFF format. Each photograph must be labeled with your first and last name, and a number to identify each picture (for example: dorthea_lange1.jpg). Finalists will be required to send in high resolution files for publication in the magazine and on our website. Photo illustrations and wholly digital creations will not be accepted at this time. Photos created by digital and film cameras will be accepted. Photos will be judged based on how best they capture the essence of a Global Woman.
Official web site: http://www.globalwoman-magazine.com/contest.html
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.