| Copyright | All participants understand that the photos submitted to the competition may be used and published by Europe Direct and give permission to the office to use submitted competition photos for any and all future publication and media purposes. |
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| Eligibility | Open to residents in one of the Member States of the European Union, or of the countries of the basin of the Mediterranean (Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Libya, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Tunisia and Turkey) or the Balkans or in Norway, Iceland and Switzerland, who are over 16 year of age. |
| Finish | 1 August 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedTheme: “FOCUS ON volunteering”
The main objective of the contest is to promote volunteering through the use of photography. Photos should demonstrate ways in which Europeans are contributing to the betterment of society through volunteer opportunities. While the photos can be global in scope and can focus on international volunteering, they must somehow relate to the European Union or its citizens.
The submissions should be an original submission and should be both artistic and European in scope. There are no limits as to what the subject of the photo may be, however it must serve as a call to action for Europeans to participate in volunteer opportunities.
Prizes:
- Prize of the Technical Jury: iPad
- Prize of the Popular Jury: iPad
You may submit one photograph only.
A maximum of 80 photos will be selected.
Fill in the application form with a short explanation (maximum 150 words) in Italian or English and send it together with the photo by e-mail to [email protected]
Image requirements: jpg, png or pdf format; image file size of up to 4 Mb; 300 dpi.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.edfirenze.eu/2011/06/focus-on-volunteering-photo-contest/
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?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.