| Copyright | All entrants give Sponsor a royalty-free, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, create derivative works from, and display such submissions in whole or in part, on a worldwide basis, and to incorporate it into other works, in any form, media or technology now known or later developed, including for promotional or marketing purposes. |
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| Eligibility | Open only to legal residents of the fifty United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 18 years old |
| Finish | 15 July 2012 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedSubmit one photograph per day that showcases your love of travel.
Prizes:
- One Grand Prize:
- A trip for two to the winners choice of Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club in Jamaica, or Beaches Negril Resort & Spa in Jamaica. Trip package includes round trip, coach-class air transportation for two, valued up to $600 per person, through Delta Vacations from a major airport near winners home to the winners choice of Beaches location; four nights accommodations at the winners choice of Beaches location (single room, double occupancy);
- a Canon EOS Rebel T3, 18-55mm IS II Kit Camera.
- 2nd and 3rd Prizes: Canon EOS Rebel T3 18-55mm IS II Camera Kit
- Three Honorable Mention Prizes: Canon PowerShot SX260 HS Camera
- Three Sweepstakes Prizes: Canon PowerShot A4000 IS
Image requirements: JPG format; up to 10 MB in file size; a two word caption; the image cannot have been submitted previously in a promotion of any kind or exhibited or displayed publicly through any means.
Judging criteria:
- Creativity & Originality (30%)
- Impact of words in relationship to Photo (25%)
- Entertainment (25%)
- Quality of Photo (20%)
Online submission of digital images via the website. Top 70 picture will be selected by judges.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
Frequently asked questions — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.