| Copyright | Entrants retain all copyrights and other equivalent rights to entered photographs, however the Entrant will irrevocably grant the Organiser rights to use images for promotional purposes. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all citizens and residents of the following countries: Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong and India. |
| Finish | 16 December 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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We want you to help us capture football in all its amazing variety of expressions and show how much it is enjoyed and celebrated in your part of the world! So send us what your interpretation of "Celebrating Football" is.
Theme: “Celebrating Football”
You are encouraged to share with us your interpretation of “Celebrating Football”. Football is a universal sport; loved by people of all races, culture and ages, it is played in million dollar stadiums, on dusty fields, along beaches and even on open fields amongst mountains. It is one of the most universal games that are embraced by the world at large. You are free to capture and express your own experience and interpretation of “Celebrating Football”.
Prizes:
- 1st prize – D90 kit
- 2nd prize – D5000 kit
- 3rd prize – D3000 kit
- 10 Merit prizes – Nikon COOLPIX P100
Maximum size per JPEG image: 5MB. If the image is larger 5MB, please compress the file to a maximum of 5MB before submitting. sRGB will be applied as the standard color space during the judging process.
You are allowed to submit as many images as you wish.
Only original photos taken by digital cameras are eligible. Digitally created images and artwork are not accepted.
Official website: football.nikon-asia.com
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.