| Copyright | You retain your rights to any images you submit and grant us a license to use such images in any and all media or distribution methods. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 November 2010 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedTheme: Tell a story in ten frames or less.
Is it possible to document an ordinary day-to-day event more artistically? The emphasis of the contest is on what creative images and stories you can capture entirely with your camera.
Prizes:
- Editor’s Pick
The winner of this award will receive a Hardcover bound coffee table book containing the top 4 entries from this challenge as well as a Holga medium format camera. - People’s Choice
The winner will receive a Hardcover book that contains the top four entries for this challenge, along with a Holga Medium format camera. The 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive softcover books that contains the top four entries for this challenge and Holga Medium format cameras.
Photoshop use is allowed to do some color corrections and adjust exposure, please refrain from any other photo manipulations. Entries will be judged on creativity, storytelling, and artistic merit.
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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?
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.