| Copyright | Ownership of the images including the copyright and all other rights shall remain with the entering photographer. You agree that your images may be published during the contest without accreditation on websites owned by Arthur Morris and/or BIRDS AS ART as part of "Judges Picks" features. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 March 2012 |
| Entry fee | $25 |
FinishedExcept for images entered in the Captive category all photographs must depict free, wild, unrestrained, and undisturbed birds.
Categories:
- Bird Portraits (images that show the whole bird)
- Tight Portraits and Body Parts (head shots, feather detail, and more)
- Flight (dramatic images of birds in flight)
- Small in the frame/Environmental (images of a bird or flocks of birds in their natural habitat)
- Pleasing Blurs (pleasingly blurred images of a bird or a flock of birds; images in this category
- must be created in-camera)
- Action (Photographs of a bird or birds in action)
- Behavior (Images that exhibit interesting avian behavior)
- Hand of Man (the composition may include man-made elements)
- Digital Creations (anything goes including the use of filters and effects as long as there is a bird
- or birds in the image)
- Youth (images submitted by young photographers born on or after March 31, 1994)
- Captive including zoos (photographs of captive, zoo, pet, or rehab birds)
Grand Prizes:
- B&H PHOTO VIDEO $500 Gift Certificate
- Choice of Lens Plate
- Two 32 GB 450 X UDMA Compact Flash Cards
- 24 x 36″ Gallery Wrap Canvas Print
- Airport International Bag V2
- Choice of Canon/Nikon Lens Plate
- Gitzo 3530 LS Carbon Fiber Tripod
You may enter up to ten images on a single registration fee and you may enter more than once. The winning entries will be announced and the prizes
awarded no later than May 31, 2012.
Judging criteria:
- artistic and technical excellence
- originality
- mood
- impact
Image requirements: JPEGs at 96dpi with a maximum width of 1400 pixels and a maximum height of 900 pixels. You will have to submit RAW files.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.birdsasart.com/competition/birds-as-art-contest-prizes/
Frequently asked questions — Nature photography contests
Who can enter nature photography contests?
Most nature contests welcome photographers worldwide, from hobbyists to professionals. Many prioritize ethical shooting practices and environmental storytelling—review guidelines to confirm if your work aligns with conservation-focused or artistic missions.
Are nature photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$40 per image, with early-bird discounts or bundle rates 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 nature photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which nature contest to enter?
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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?
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