| Copyright | You retain all copyrights to any submitted images. Blue Earth only reserves the right to use your photo exclusively for the purpose of judging contest entries; promoting the Blue Earth photo contest; and/or including the winning photos in the Blue Earth "Honors" gallery. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 March 2012 |
| Entry fee | $25 for one photo, $5 per additional photo |
FinishedBlue Earth helps photographers educate the public and motivate society to make positive change – we invite contest entries that exemplify our mission and the power of photographic storytelling.
Prizes:
- (1) – First Place
- $500 US
- Think Tank Photo Airport InternationalT V 2.0 Rolling Camera Bag
- Admission to Blue Earth’s 2-day, 2012 photography workshop in Seattle.
- Inclusion in the Blue Earth "Honors" gallery
- (2) – Runners Up
- Think Tank Photo Retrospective® 20 (Pinestone) Shoulder Bag
- Inclusion in the Blue Earth "Honors" gallery
Juros: Jason Houston, Gary Halpern, Eric J. Keller
Judging criteria:
- quality
- creativity
- visual narrative
Submit digital images by email.
Image requirements: JPG format; at least 1,000 and no more than 3,000 pixels per side
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.blueearth.org/community/contest.cfm
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.