| Copyright | Competitors retail full copyright but agree to their images to be held on CB Richard Ellis databases and used in conjunction with the promotion of the competition. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to anyone over 16 years of age who is resident in Europe, Middle East or Africa. |
| Finish | 31 January 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
The goal is to capture a fresh, visual interpretation of 24 hours in the working life of towns and cities. The Urban Photographer of the Year will be the person who, in the eyes of the judges, has best captured the brief to portray the life of a town or city at a given time of day. Whilst the photograph does not necessarily have to be taken at that specific time of day, it does need to look as though it was.
You can choose to photograph any town or city at work within the UK, Europe, Middle East or Africa. For example, a photograph could capture London at 4am, Lisbon at 2pm, Dubai at 9pm and so on. You can enter a photograph for each hour of the day, giving you a maximum of 24 photographs. Please note that you can only submit one for each hour of the day.
Prizes:
- Photo Safari for Two to Turkey (including accommodation and flights)
- FinePix F300EXR camera
- Lastolite studio flash
All images must be 3000 x 2000 @ 300dpi including digital mounting/background. Images need to be saved as high quality JPEG’s.
Official website: www.cbrephotographer.com
Frequently asked questions — Amateur photography contests
Who can enter amateur photography contests?
Most amateur contests welcome non-professional photographers worldwide—hobbyists, students, and emerging creators. Many explicitly exclude those who earn primary income from photography to ensure a level playing field. Always verify age requirements and amateur-status definitions on the official contest page.
Are amateur photography contests free to enter?
Many are free or low-cost: entry fees typically range from $0–$25 per submission, with student discounts or early-bird rates often available. Fee status and discount tiers are confirmed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do amateur photography contests offer?
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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?
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What prizes do free photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which free contest to enter?
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