| Copyright | WPGA recognizes that the author retains full ownership of the image copyright. Their photographs may be reproduced for the purpose of marketing and promoting WPGA contests, in catalogs, posters, postcards, publications, and on the Internet. Such use is granted for not more than two years after the announcement of the awards, and without payment to the photographer or featured models. Photographers will receive photo credits with each use, and will allow WPGA to sub-license their photographs to the press for reproduction in connection with the contest and WPGA exhibitions. |
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| Eligibility | All photographers, professional, amateurs and students, from every country in the world are eligible to participate. |
| Finish | 28 February 2010 |
| Entry fee | Early Bird: $ 60 USD for the first portfolio; $ 30 for each additional portfolio. After the Early Bird deadline: $ 80 USD for the first portfolio;$ 40 for each additional portfolio. |
Finished
The Award will focus in portfolios (minimum of 8 and maximum of 12 images). Photographers working in all mediums, styles and schools of thought may enter. Traditional, contemporary, avant-garde, creative and experimental works that include old and new processes, mixed techniques, and challenging personal, emotional or political statements will be welcome.
Theme: Open (There is no theme for this Award)
Prize: Eyemazing magazine will publish the winner’s portfolio during 2010. The winner will receive a cash prize of $ 3,000. Additionaly the images of his/her portfolio, together with the portfolio of the finalists will be published in the book The Jacob Riis Award 2010.
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Submissions are only accepted via the online process. Digital image files must meet the following specifications: 8 bit JPEG files(CMYK and 16 bits files will not be uploaded), the largest dimension should be1280 pixels (width or height) ,resolution of 72 dpi, JPG compression quality of 7. Layers must be flattened. Images will be viewed by the jurors as RGB images; therefore Adobe RGB 98 or SRGB profiles should be used. Image title may not exceed 40 characters. Please note that image title is the name of the artwork, not the file name. Start the name with Porfolio 1 (Portfolio 2, Porfolio 3, etc, if you’re submitting more than one porfolio). i.e "Portfolio 1 name of image". Files may contain a maximum of 25 characters, not counting .jpg. The file name may not include characters such as #, $, &, periods or other similar characters as part of the file. There will be only one period in the file name, just prior to the file extension (i.e. filename.jpg).
(each portfolio should be composed of a minimum of 8 images and a maximum of 12)
Official web site: http://www.thegalaawards.com/categories.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.