| Copyright | Artists retain all other rights. The Photo Review reserves the right to reproduce accepted work in the contest catalogue and for contest promotion in both printed and electronic forms. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 May 2011 |
| Entry fee | $35 for up to three images and $8 for each additional image. |
FinishedAwards:
- Prizewinners exhibited at the University of the Arts Photography Gallery, Philadelphia
- Accepted entries reproduced in The Photo Review journal and website
- Editor’s selections exhibited in several Photo Review web galleries
Prizes:
SilverFast HDR Studio including HotFolders and IT8 calibration ($257), SilverFast HDR ($299), SilverFast DC Pro for digital cameras ($299), from LaserSoft Imaging; a $250 gift certificate from Calumet Photographic; a 1 TB ioSafe SoloPro external hard drive ($250); a 24"x50′ roll of Museo Silver Rag ($240 value); a 20"x24" silver gelatin fiber print from Digital Silver Imaging ($195); a $150 gift certificate from Lensbabies; camera bags from Lowepro; and $250 in cash prizes.
Online image submissions:
• sRGB or RGB color space (standard) – NOT CMYK (typically used by printing industry)
• 72 ppi resolution
• sized to 1,280 pixels on the longest side, the other size width or height proportional
• layers flattened
• 8 bit mode
• JPG compression at level 7 (medium)
For submitting prints:
Address print entries to The Photo Review, 140 East Richardson Avenue, Suite 301, Langhorne, PA 19047, USA.
Winners will be notified by July 31, 2011
Official website: www.photoreview.org/compete.htm
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.