| Copyright | By submitting an entry, entrant grants Sponsor and its designees an irrevocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, worldwide perpetual license to use the entry and his/her name, city and state of residence for credit purposes in Sponsor’s online galleries, without further compensation, notification or permission, unless prohibited by law. |
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| Eligibility | Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia, who are 18 years of age or older. |
| Finish | 8 April 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Theme: Outdoor locations from around the world
Prizes:
- Grand Prize : $1,500 cash and publication in Outdoor Photographer.
- People’s Choice Prize : Online publication of the winning photo in the Winners Gallery.
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Five (5) entries per person. Photographs should be in keeping with the general theme of the The Great Outdoors Photo Contest, including, but not limited to photos of historical locations, landscape and travel.
Photos must be submitted in .JPG or .GIF format and cannot exceed 4mb in size.
Official web site: http://www.outdoorphotographer.com/photo-contests/the-great-outdoors.html
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.