| Copyright | The Photo Review reserves the right to reproduce accepted work in the contest catalogue and for contest promotion in both printed and electronic forms. Artists retain all other rights. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to any photographer, international. |
| Finish | 15 May 2010 |
| Entry fee | $30 for up to three images, plus $5 for each additional image up to a maximum of six entries. |
FinishedThe Photo Review, a highly acclaimed critical journal of photography, is sponsoring its 26th annual photography competition with a difference. The Photo Review will reproduce accepted entries in its 2010 competition issue and on its website. Thus, the accepted photographs will be seen by thousands of people all across the world and entrants will have a tangible benefit from the competition.
Awards:
- SilverFast HDR Studio ($500)
- SilverFast HDR ($300)
- SilverFast DC Pro for digital cameras ($300)
- a $250 gift certificate from Calumet Photographic
- a 500 GB ioSafe Solo external hard drive ($250)
- 24"x50′ roll of Museo Silver Rag ($240 value)
- a 5 DVD set of the Calumet Image-maker series ($200)
- a 20"x24" silver gelatin fiber print from Digital Silver Imaging ($195)
- a $150 gift certificate from Lensbabies
- camera bags from Lowepro
- $250 in cash prizes
All photographs, black and white, color, non-silver, computer-manipulated, etc., are eligible. (Print reproduction will be in black and white with original process noted.) Submit fles on CD or unmatted, unframed prints up to 16"x20". (Prints larger than 16"x20" may be submitted in a reduced size; original size will be noted.) Name and title or identifying labels must be attached to the back, upper lefthand corner of each print. CDs must be labeled on the case and on the disk with your name. Images on the CD should be provided in two sizes: a folder labeled “JPEGs” should contain images saved as JPEGs at medium compression at 72 dpi by 1024 pixels in the longest dimension for viewing; a folder labeled “TIFFs” should contain TIFF fles at 400 dpi by 2400 pixels in the longest dimension for reproduction. Label each fle with your last name, frst initial, and number that corresponds to your entry card (e.g. WestonE1) and write your name and email address on your disk.
Address entries to The Photo Review, 140 East Richardson Avenue, Suite 301, Langhorne, PA 19047, USA.
Official web site: http://www.photoreview.org/compete.htm
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.