| Copyright | You grant PIX Digital Imaging Contest the right to use the entry in exhibitions and promotions in print and online when directly related to the PIX Digital Imaging Contest for 24 months. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all worldwide. |
| Finish | 15 August 2011 |
| Entry fee | $35 per image; $50 per series; Students $20 (single or series). Additional $10 if submit after 1 Aug |
FinishedThis Contest recognizes excellence and innovation in digital imaging including retouching, CGI, 3D, compositing and other post-production techniques.
Prizes for each category:
- Canon PowerShot G12 or Nikon COOLPIX P7000
- Complete Nik Software Collection
- PhotoServe Portfolio ($860 value)
- Full registration to WPPI 2012 and three MasterClasses
- Gold Pass to the 2011 PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo
- Image and Series winners will receive a feature in AfterCapture magazine
- Student winners will receive a one-page profile in AfterCapture magazine
- One-year subscription to Photo District News magazine
Categories:
- Single Image
- Series (limit 5 images)
- Student (Image or Series, must provide copy of student I.D.)
A series must be related visually, and has a limit of 5 images.
Image requirements: JPEG format; image size least 1,000 pixels on the long dimension at 72 to 300 dpi; sRGB, Adobe-1998 or not color-managed.
Judging criteria:
- creativity
- photographic quality
- effectiveness in expressing the contest theme
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: pixdigitalimagingcontest.com
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Who can enter art photography contests?
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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?
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