| Copyright | Contestants will retain the rights to their photographs. However, contestants grant the sponsor unlimited rights, usage of the winning image(s), the winner's name, photo, and likeness in any advertising/promotion efforts by the sponsor. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to both amateur and professional photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 August 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
HDR is a set of techniques that allow a greater dynamic range of luminances between the lightest and darkest areas of an image than standard digital imaging techniques or photographic methods.
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FinishedTheme: HDR Vision
Prize:
- Photomatix Pro Plus (HDR software package)
To enter your photos, you need to register at pixcafe.net
- We accept photographs in the following formats: .jpg, .gif.
- Each photograph must be larger than 300KB and smaller than 5MB; no shorter than 1200pxls no longer than 2500pxls on its’ longest side.
- You may enter 3 photos or less for the contest.
- Photographs that have wined prizes in previous contests or have been used for commercial purposes and/or been published will be denied.
- We accept photographs with HDRSoft watermarks. The photographs cannot contain any other text, including copyright signs.
Official website: http://www.pixcafe.net/contest2
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.
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.