| Copyright | You will maintain copyright ownership of your entry. If you are a finalist you will allow us to post your entry publicly on our website for our People' Choice voting and Eco Arts Awards will use your image to promote you and the competition in as much media, traditional and social as is possible. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 15 August 2012 |
| Entry fee | $20 till 31 May, after that $30 |
FinishedCategories:
- Personal Vision (this includes a fine art approach and manipulated images will be accepted)
- Documentary/Journalism
- Multiple image entries that tell a story are being excepted this year in our Fine Arts category as an installation piece.
Prizes:
- The First Place ‘Juried’ Winner will receive $1,000
- These are the sponsor’s offering prizes to our 2012 Grand Prize winner, 2nd & 3rd place Juried winners and People’s Choice winners.
Judging criteria:
- Thematic impact (and relevance to ecological issues)
- Originality and artistry of expression, style, elements of the media and imagery
- Technique (composition, artistic language and skills)
Image requirements: JPEG format; RGB color profile; a maximum of 1024 pixels wide x 768 pixels high and or 72 dpi.
Submission of digital images via the website or by post.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.ecoartsawards.com/index.php?option=com_sobi2&catid=9&Itemid=41
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.