| Copyright | Each entrant shall retain ownership of all intellectual property rights in the entry; and grant solely in relation to the promotion and/or advertising of the Google Photography Prize or Google+ service only a license to use the image. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all students (apart from selected countries) who are 18+ years old. |
| Finish | 31 January 2012 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedCategories:
- Me
- Food
- Travel
- Fashion
- Action
- Street
- Sport
- Night
- Sound/Silence
- Point of View
Prizes:
- The Top 100 entries will get A Samsung Galaxy Nexus phone,
- Top 10 finalist work will be displayed at Saatchi Gallery, London for two months.
- The Grand Prize Winner will also receive an opportunity to go on a 7-day trip for a photo shoot with a professional photographer during June 2012
There is a limit of 8 photos that you may submit, In order to enter this contest, sign into your Google+ account. create an album and call it: Google Photography Prize. In the description field add the relevant hashtag of the category you are submitting to. Make the album Public and share it.
Image requirements: 2048 px on the longest dimention.
More information on the copyright policy in this contest can be found in this report.
Judging criteria:
- How original are the Photographs?
- How creative are the Photographs?
- How well do the Photographs fit the relevant category?
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.google.com/landing/photographyprize/submission.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?
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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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What prizes do international photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which international contest to enter?
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