Photocompete

• Copyright: Contestants retain ownership of their Entries and grant the Contest Sponsor a license to use the Entries in connection with the Contest and in connection with the business of the Contest Sponsor.
• Entry fee: Free
• Entry deadline: 17th December 2010
• Who can enter: Open to individuals aged 14 and above, worldwide.

Theme: "Postcards from Home"

What does home mean to you? A special spot in your neighborhood? A community festival? A family gathering? Grab your camera, get creative and share a photo that represents your unique cultural backyard!

Prizes:

• Two Grand Prize winners will receive a Netbook computer (Asus Eee PC Seashell 1201n) and their entries will be displayed at the U.S. Department of State.
• Runners-up will receive ExchangesConnect T-shirts and real postcards featuring the top 20 submissions.

The judging criteria:

1. Originality
2. Creativity
3. Effectiveness
4. Photo Quality

Official website: connect.state.gov/page/photo-contest