| Copyright | You agree to the right of Rangefinder to use the entry for publication in the Rangefinder Wedding Photo Contest online winners gallery and in any promotion in relationship to the Rangefinder Wedding Photo Contest. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers who are 18 years of age, worldwide. |
| Finish | 15 February 2012 |
| Entry fee | $35 per image |
Finished
Categories:
- BRIDAL PORTRAIT
- BRIDAL PARTY
- WEDDING RECEPTION
- DESTINATION WEDDINGS
- WEDDING DETAILS
Prizes:
- GRAND PRIZE WINNER will receive:
- A DSLR Camera and $500 Calumet gift card
- ONE WINNER IN EACH CATEGORY will receive:
- $100 Calumet gift card
- A Gallery Wrap from White House Custom Colour
- All winning images will be featured on Rangefinderonline.com and in the April issue of Rangefinder magazine which will be seen by over 60,000 readers
- The 2012 Rangefinder Wedding Photography Contest winner’s seal for use on your Web site and promotional materials
- The official contest award – an elegant crystal trophy with the winner’s seal to display in your studio or office
- Nielsen Photo Group Basic membership ($125 value)
- PEOPLE’S CHOICE will receive a gift bag.
Online submission of digital images. An entry consists of one image. You may enter as many entries as you like.
Image requirements: JPEG format; at least 1,000 pixels on the long dimension; color profiled in sRGB, Adobe-1998 or not color-managed; image file size up to 2 Mb.
Judging criteria:
- creativity
- photographic quality
- effectiveness in expressing the contest theme
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.rangefinderweddingcontest.com/index.shtml
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.