| Copyright | Entrants agree that that Sponsor may use each winner's name, photograph, likeness in any publicity relating to the Contest or future promotions. The rights of the submitted photographs belong to the entrants regardless their photographs win a prize or not. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 September 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedCapture any picture (landscape, cityscape, street/people) that embodies any of the 4 seasons of mother nature.
Categories:
- Autumn [closed]
- Winter [Open for Submission: 1 Jan 2011 – 31 Mar 2011]
- Spring [Open for Submission: 1 Apr 2011 – 30 Jun 2011]
- Summer [Open for Submission: 1 July 2011 – 30 Sep 2011]
Prizes:
- Grand Prize Winner (Prizes will be awarded by 15 December, 2011):
- A Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Camera + 18-55mm VR Lens
- The First Runner Up:
- A Nikon Coolpix P7000 compact camera
- The Second Runner Up:
- A Joby Gorillapod FOCUS Tripod + Joby Ball Head X
- 10 Honourable Mentions:
- A mystery prize!!!
- Category Prize Winner (Prizes will be awarded 30 days after the deadline of each category contest)
- A £150 voucher
- The First Runner Up
- A £100 voucher
- The Second Runner Up
- A £50 voucher
- Category People’s Choice Prize
- A Dual Camera Strap Harness
The winner of the final grand prize is based on the accumulative scores from the below 4 category photo contests. For each category, 10 pictures will be shortlisted whereby a score of 1 to 10 points will be awarded by the judges. The public will also be able to vote for the people’s choice winning picture.
Judging criteria: creativity, looking beyond the obvious and capturing the moments.
?lease submit your images by email to [email protected]. Images must be in the format of JPEG or TIFF measuring at exactly 1200 pixels on their long dimension. The maximum file size is 1MB per image. Images’ dimension can be of any format (35mm, square or panoramic) taken by either a film or digital camera.
You can submit up to 3 images for each Category contest.
Official website: www.cameratonic.co.uk/PhotoContest.html
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?
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How do I choose which free contest to enter?
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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.