| Copyright | You grant the Sponsor the unconditional and perpetual right to use the Entry (with or without using your name) in any media throughout the world for any purpose. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to USA residents over 18 yo |
| Finish | 10 November 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedTheme: "Things to Do in San Francisco"
Prizes:
- The top photograph will win $500 in cash
- Two runner-ups will win $100 in cash each
- Fifty winners will also receive an exclusive logo SFTravel shirt, available only to contest participants.
Submit your photo entry via our contest page on facebook.com/sftravel Only one entry per person.
Image requirements: JPG or GIF format, file size up to 5 Mb. Photographs may be color or black and white.
There will be public voting and professional judging.
Judging criteria:
- Appeal 50%;
- Originality/creativity 25%;
- Photographic quality 25%
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.sftravel.com/photo-contest-san-francisco.html
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.