| Copyright | Photographers retain full rights to their submitted images. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to photographers working on documentary projects and fine-art series. Worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 January 2012 |
| Entry fee | $35 |
Finished
The annual Project Launch Award was initiated to help a photographer complete a work in progress.
Prizes:
- FIRST PLACE
- $5,000 Cash Award
- Exhibition in Santa Fe, NM
- Complimentary participation in Review Santa Fe
- Santa Fe Photographic Workshops tuition voucher
- $100 gift certificate to Blurb books
- Feature in Fraction magazine
- A full portfolio review on Access2Editors.com
- Online exhibition at VisitCenter.org
- HONORABLE MENTION
- $500 Cash Award
- Complimentary participation in Review Santa Fe
- $100 gift certificate to Blurb books
- Feature in Fraction magazine
- A full portfolio review on Access2Editors.com
- Online exhibition at VisitCenter.org
You need to submit 8-10 images from a work-in-progress, artist statement and resume.
Image requirements: jpeg quality level of 10 or high when saving your jpgs. Do NOT check the progressive jpg or optimized checkbox. If you follow these guidelines, the size of your images will typically fall between 100-500k when it is compressed (closed). When the image is opened the file might be larger than 500k and that is acceptable. Online submission of digital images only.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.visitcenter.org/competitions/overview/project_launch_2012
Frequently asked questions — Art photography contests
Who can enter art photography contests?
Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
Are art photography contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $20–$60 per submission, with series entries priced higher. Entry fees and discount tiers appear in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do art photography contests offer?
Prizes often emphasize career development: gallery representation, museum exhibition slots, artist residencies, publication in art journals, or cash awards ($1,000–$10,000). Recognition from respected institutions can significantly boost visibility.
How do I choose which art photography contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose curatorial vision matches your conceptual practice. Review past winners for aesthetic alignment, verify presentation requirements (print specs, statements), and carefully assess rights clauses—some art contests request broad usage rights for submitted work.
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.