| Copyright | Submtted photographs may be reproduced for the purpose of marketing and promoting WPGA contests and awards for not more than two years. Photographers will receive photo credit with each use. |
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| Eligibility | Open worldwide to all professional and amateur photographers. |
| Finish | 31 January 2011 |
| Entry fee | $80 for the first portfolio; $40 each additional portfolio |
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This Award will focus in portfolios inviting photographers working in all mediums, styles and schools of thought. Traditional, contemporary, avant-garde, creative and experimental works that include old and new processes, mixed techniques, and challenging personal, emotional or political statements will be welcome.
There is no theme for this Award, and the images will be evaluated as a cohesive body of work (a theme or images representing the artistic trajectory of the photographer), rather than individual images.
Awards:
- A cash prize of $ 3,000.
- A selected image of the winner portfolio will be featured in the cover of the Book The Jacob Riis Award 2011.
Each portfolio should be composed of a minimum of 8 images and a maximum of 12. Submission of entries can only be done online.
Official website: www.thegalaawards.net/call-for-entries/2nd-edition-jacob-riis-award
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.