| Copyright | Your photograph(s) and reflections(s) may be used to help publicize the photo book in print and online. All photos used will include photographer name and photo title. |
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| Eligibility | Open to amateur and professional photographers worldwide working with toy, lo-tech, homemade, or modified analog cameras. |
| Finish | 1 August 2011 |
| Entry fee | $25 for the first 3 images and $5 for each additional image |
FinishedEnter photographs taken with toy cameras for a forthcoming photo book that explores, complicates, and represents in compelling ways the concept of Play. These might include, but are certainly not limited to, photographs that deal with imaginary play, word play, adult play, children’s play, animal play, games, or the various kinds of materials and/or spaces associated with play. Similarly, photographs might represent play from the perspective of a child’s imagination, or from a toy’s perspective, or they might take up questions about what it means to play or explore the matter of who is allowed (or disallowed) to play.
Image requirements: JPG format, resolution 72 ppi, 800px on the longest side. Using dust removal or making slight level adjustments is okay; applying Photoshop filters is not. Online submission only.
You may enter up to five images. Cell phones, digital cameras (even if they have a Holga lens or, like the Lego digital camera, are marketed for children), and non-pinhole Polaroids are considered hi-tech and will not be accepted.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: composingwithimages.com/
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.