| Copyright | The photographer grants Fotoweek DC the rights to use the image for promotion of Fotoweek DC and for other FotoDC purposes only for a period of five years from the date of entry. The copyright remains solely with the photographer. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide who are 18 years of age or older. Student categories require a student ID |
| Finish | 19 September 2011 |
| Entry fee | From $5.56 to $60 if submit before July 25th. Extra fees for submission after that date. |
FinishedCategories:
- Single Image: Photojournalism/Social Documentary
- Single Image: Commercial
- Single Image: Fine Art
- Single Image: Contemporary Life
- Single Image: Travel
- Single Image: The Natural World
- Portfolio: Photojournalism/Social
- Portfolio: Fine Art
- Portfolio: The Natural World
- Student Portfolio
- Mobile Phone: Spirit Of Washington
- Mobile Phone: General Submissions
- Multimedia
Awards (Total cash value of the awards: $21,100):
- Eleven main categories:
- 1st Place: $1,000
- 2nd Place: $450
- 3rd Place: $150
- STUDENT PORTFOLIO AWARD:
- 1st Place: $600
- 2nd Place: $300
- 3rd Place: $100
- MOBILE PHONE AWARDS:
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
- The winners, at the discretion of the Sponsor, will be included in an exhibition during the FotoWeek DC festival on November 5-12, 2011.
- In addition, submitted work will be shown online www.fotoweekdc.org.
Image requirements: JPEG or TIFF format; image size at least 1,000 pixels on the longest dimension; color profiled in sRGB, Adobe-1998, or not color-managed. Only online sibmission. A series consists of related images (minimum 3, maximum 9).
- For the categories of Photojournalism/Social Documentary, Travel and The Natural World images may not be staged/posed, composites, multiple exposures, or digitally manipulated beyond the reality that existed when the image was made, except for reasonable dodging and burning.
- For the categories of Commercial, Fine Art, Contemporary Life, Portrait, Multimedia and Mobile Phone images may include photo illustration, manipulated imagery, photo collage.
Judging criteria:
- creative vision
- originality
- technical competence as appropriate to the category
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: awards.fotodc.org
Frequently asked questions — Art photography contests
Who can enter art photography contests?
Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
Are art photography contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $20–$60 per submission, with series entries priced higher. Entry fees and discount tiers appear in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do art photography contests offer?
Prizes often emphasize career development: gallery representation, museum exhibition slots, artist residencies, publication in art journals, or cash awards ($1,000–$10,000). Recognition from respected institutions can significantly boost visibility.
How do I choose which art photography contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose curatorial vision matches your conceptual practice. Review past winners for aesthetic alignment, verify presentation requirements (print specs, statements), and carefully assess rights clauses—some art contests request broad usage rights for submitted work.
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.