| Copyright | Copyright and all other rights remain those of Contestant. Any book or image of the book used by Sponsor shall carry the photographer’s credit line. Use may include publication in any Blurb publication or web site. |
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| Eligibility | Open to English-speaking adults (18 years or older), self-identified photographers who currently receive or have received payment for their photographs. |
| Finish | 15 July 2010 |
| Entry fee | $35 in US dollars, €27.50 in Euros, £20 in Great Britain Pounds (GBP), $35 in Canadian dollars, and $45 in Australian dollars. |
FinishedPhotography Book Now is an international juried self-published book competition, and a celebration of the most creative, most innovative, and finest photography books – and the people behind them. Gather your best work, create your finest photography book, and toss your hat in the ring for a chance to win $25,000 and worldwide kudos.
Categories (Enter as many books as you like. Submission fee applies to each entry):
- Fine Art
- Editorial
- Portfolio
Prizes:
- Grand Prize $25,000
- Category Winners Ultimate Camera Package Sony DSLR-A850 Camera Sony SAL-28-75 mm f/2.8 Zoom Lenses X-Rite ColorChecker and Passport ColorMunki Photo Induro Carbon Fiber Tripods and Induro BallHeads Blurb Gift Card, (ARV: US $4,400)
- First Runners-Up Photographic Experience Package Admission to Center’s Review LA Roundtrip airline ticket for use in the Continental U.S. Wacom Intuos4 Professional Pen Tablet B&H Photo Gift Card Subscription to Digital Photo Pro Magazine Lensbaby Gift Card Blurb Gift Card, (ARV: US $2,400 each)
- Second Runners-Up Photographic Workshop Adventure Tenba Shootout Rolling Backpack All-inclusive week at Maine Media Workshop Blurb Gift Card, (ARV: US $2,400).
Submissions will be judged by a panel of qualified judges on the basis of: cover design, strength of the photography, subject matter of the book, page layouts, editing and sequencing, emotional impact of the overall book, with each criterion receiving equal weight.
Submissions can be made online at www.photographybooknow.com by following the Contest link, completing the web entry form in its entirety. If you do not wish to use the online method, which requires you to create a book using the Blurb creative publishing platform, you may enter a book via the post in the following manner: Download the entry form available here. Send the completed entry form and payment information as required on the form, as well as three (3) physical copies of each book entered, to: “Photography Book Now International Juried Competition,” 580 California Street, Suite 300, San Francisco, CA 94104.
Official web site: http://photographybooknow.blurb.com/awards
Frequently asked questions — Art photography contests
Who can enter art photography contests?
Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
Are art photography contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $20–$60 per submission, with series entries priced higher. Entry fees and discount tiers appear in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do art photography contests offer?
Prizes often emphasize career development: gallery representation, museum exhibition slots, artist residencies, publication in art journals, or cash awards ($1,000–$10,000). Recognition from respected institutions can significantly boost visibility.
How do I choose which art photography contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose curatorial vision matches your conceptual practice. Review past winners for aesthetic alignment, verify presentation requirements (print specs, statements), and carefully assess rights clauses—some art contests request broad usage rights for submitted work.
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.