| Copyright | 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 and brick and mortar retail galleries for the purposes of displaying winning images, without further compensation, notification or permission. ENTRANT WILL RETAIN COPYRIGHT OF THEIR ENTRY/IMAGE(S). SPONSOR DOES NOT SEEK ENTRANT TO SURRENDER OWNERSHIP OR COPYRIGHT OF ANY IMAGE(S) SUBMITTED FOR ENTRY. |
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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 | 30 November 2010 |
| Entry fee | $25 USD for to 10 images. |
Finished
Categories:
- Nature’s Landscapes
- Wildlife
- Urban Landscapes
Prizes (Total ARV of all prizes: $2,316.99)
- Grand Prize: $1,000.00 CASH; ThinkTank International Roller Bag v2; $100 BayPhoto.com Print Package
- 1st Prize: $250 CASH; LowePro SlingShot 300 AW Bag; $100 BayPhoto.com Print Package
- 2nd & 3rd Prizes: $100 BayPhoto.com Print Package; $100 Red River Paper Gift Certificate
Judging criteria: Adherence to Theme, Composition and Creativity/Originality
A maximum of ten (10) photographs may be submitted, per person. You can submit to one or all of the categories, not exceeding a total of ten photos. Photos must be submitted in .JPG format and cannot exceed 1MB in size. Images MUST meet the following criteria to qualify:
- Photos submitted must be a .JPG file
- Photos must be a minimum of 640 pixels on the longest side
- Photo file size must be no larger than 1MB
- Photos should have a resolution of 72 PPI
- Photos can not have watermarks or signatures
Official web site: http://www.apertureacademy.com/photography-contest-2010.php
Frequently asked questions — Animal photography contests
Who can enter animal photography contests?
Most animal contests welcome photographers worldwide, from hobbyists to professionals. Many prioritize ethical shooting practices and authentic animal behavior—review guidelines to confirm if your work aligns with wildlife conservation, pet photography, or artistic animal portrait focuses.
Are animal photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$45 per image, with early-bird discounts or multi-entry bundles 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 animal photography contests offer?
Prizes range from cash awards ($200–$20,000) to publication in nature magazines, exhibition features, professional gear, or donations to animal conservation projects. Recognition from respected wildlife organizations can amplify your impact and credibility in the animal photography community.
How do I choose which animal contest to enter?
Match your strongest animal images to the contest's focus—wildlife behavior, domestic pets, macro details, or conservation storytelling. Review past winners for style cues, verify ethical guidelines (no baiting or staging), and confirm technical specs like resolution and metadata requirements.
Frequently asked questions — Nature photography contests
Who can enter nature photography contests?
Most nature contests welcome photographers worldwide, from hobbyists to professionals. Many prioritize ethical shooting practices and environmental storytelling—review guidelines to confirm if your work aligns with conservation-focused or artistic missions.
Are nature photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$40 per image, with early-bird discounts or bundle rates 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 nature photography contests offer?
Prizes range from cash awards ($500–$15,000) to publication in nature magazines, exhibition features, professional gear, or donations to conservation projects. Recognition from respected environmental organizations can amplify your impact and visibility.
How do I choose which nature contest to enter?
Align your work with the contest's environmental mission or aesthetic focus. Review past winners for style cues, verify technical specs (resolution, metadata), and confirm ethical guidelines—many nature contests prohibit baiting, staging, or disruptive wildlife practices.