| Copyright | Copyright in the images remains the property of the photographer. Finalists consent to reproducing their image(s) at no charge in all publicity and promotion of the exhibition and Head On Photo Festival. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers residing in Australia. |
| Finish | 13 March 2011 |
| Entry fee | AU$30 per image |
FinishedPrizes:
- 3 x Canon 5DII Professional digital SLR
- 3 x Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens
- 3x Canon Pixma Pro9500 professional A3+ printer
- 3 x Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3
- Adobe Creative Suite CS5 Master Collection
- Adobe Photoshop Extended
- 3 x ACDSee Pro 3
- 5 x Sandisk 16gb Extreme Pro CF Memory Cards
- 3 x Lowepro camera bag
- 2 x Lowepro camera bag
- 5 x Books from Focal Press
- 2 x Epson Stylus Pro 4900
- 5 x Nik Software Complete Colection PS
- 35 x Nik Software DFine
Head On finalists will be exhibited at the Australian Centre for Photography, Sydney 5 May – 11 June 2011. Images can range from film to digitally produced using any photographic technique in colour and/or black & White. You may submit up to three images.
Image requirements:
- Taken with at least 8 megapixel camera, or film
- Resized to 2400 pixels on the widest side (72dpi)
- Saved in Adobe RGB 1998 colour space
- Saved in Jpg format compression level 8
Official website: www.headon.com.au/product/competition-entry
Frequently asked questions — Portrait photography contests
Who can enter portrait photography contests?
Most portrait contests welcome photographers worldwide, from emerging talent to seasoned professionals. Many prioritize authentic human connection and diverse representation—review guidelines to confirm if your style aligns with editorial, commercial, or fine art portrait focuses.
Are portrait photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$40 per submission, with early-bird discounts or series bundles often reducing costs. Entry fees and deadline tiers are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do portrait photography contests offer?
Prizes range from cash awards ($300–$12,000) to feature spots in photography magazines, client referrals, mentorship sessions, or exhibition inclusion. Recognition from respected editorial or portrait-focused platforms can accelerate your visibility in commercial and artistic markets.
How do I choose which portrait contest to enter?
Align your strongest portraits with the contest's thematic focus—environmental, conceptual, cultural, or studio work. Review past winners for aesthetic cues, verify model release requirements, and carefully assess rights clauses—some contests request usage rights for submitted portraits.