| Copyright | Photographers retain copyright of entered images. You agree that, in the event that you are a Winner, Runner Up or Highly Commended in any category of the competition, EEF Ltd. and any of its partners can display, distribute, publish and alter any of the images in their activities to promote and support UK manufacturing for a period of five years. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all. Photographs must reflect engineering or manufacturing through people, places, products or processes in the UK. |
| Finish | 31 December 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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Theme: ‘Capturing the spirit of modern UK manufacturing ’
We want the best images of the modern manufacturing supply chain in action. If you are part of the industry, they might be taken by keen amateur photographers in your own workforce, visiting students as well as the best professional images you may have had taken. You might be a keen amateur or professional photographer. The competition is open to you too. We simply want the best images of modern manufacturing – everything from the talented technicians in the lab, to the skilled craftsmen and women on the shopfloor. From the largest state-of-the-art facilities to the smallest, smartest start-ups.
Categories:
- Professional
- Amateur
- 14-19 year old
Awards:
- The successful entries will be displayed indefinitely on the Awards website, as a record of achievement.
- The winning entry in each Category will be announced at the EEF Future Manufacturing Awards Gala Dinner, at Merchant Taylors in London on 27th January 2011.
Each photograph must be accompanied by a narrative of up to 100 words to express why and or how the image captures the spirit of modern UK manufacturing.
Image requirements:
- RGB format
- High-quality JPEG file (level 10 or above in Photoshop)
- The maximum and ideal image size is 3508 x 2480 pixels or 3508 x 3508 pixels if square
- Minimum image size 2400 x 1800 pixels
- Alpha-numeric file names ending in ‘.jpg’.
Official website: www.eef.org.uk/photo/default.htm
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?
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What prizes do amateur photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which amateur contest to enter?
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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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