| Copyright | Photographer retains full copyright of material. TeraBella Media reserves the right to use without compensation certain selected images for the promotion and the advertisement of contests. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all individuals 18 years and older, both professional and non-professionals. |
| Finish | 9 July 2010 |
| Entry fee | US$20 |
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Theme: "The Wonders of Water"
Water is our foremost resource. Submit photo images that examine the beauty and power of water. It can be water in all forms: liquid, gas and solid. Submitted images should represent the qualities of water and inspire all people to protect and be thankful for this life giving force.
Prizes:
- First Place Winner – $500 (U.S.)
- Second Place Winner- $250 (U.S.)
- Third Place Winner – $125 (U.S.)
- 3 (three) Honorable Mentions – will be displayed on the TBM website.
You can enter up to four (4) images. (Black & white and color photos)
Judging criteria:
25% credit to adherence to theme of contest
25% credit to originality of thought
25% to artistic interpretation
25% to photographic skills.
Submission Details:
Both color and b&w pictures are accepted. Please submit all images on line. Only JPEG files will be accepted. Images with watermarks, captions and/or borders will not be accepted. The size of the images should be 800 pixels as the largest dimension (width or height.) All layers should be flattened and have a jpg compression quality of 7or 8. Images should be saved with a resolution of 72ppi. Images will be viewed as sRGB profiles. File names should be in the following format: Lastname_Firstname_image1.jpg, Lastname_Firstname_image2.jpg, etc. Do not use special characters.
Official web site: http://terabellamedia.com/contest/
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.