| Copyright | You retain all of your ownership rights in any User Submissions you make in the contest and grant Outpost a worldwide, perpetual, non-exclusive, royalty-free and sub-licensable license to use the User Submissions for the purposes of publication or distribution by Outpost in any format or medium now known or later developed. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all residents of Canada who are 18+ years of age |
| Finish | 31 December 2012 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Theme: "The Moments We Travel For"
Prizes:
- Grand Prize:
- Trip for TWO to Jordan – 6 days and 7 nights
- Sony NEX 5N Camera
- Lowepro Photo bag Prize Pack
- 4 Runner Up Prizes:
- Sony Cyber-shot Camera
- Lowepro Photo Bag
- JOBY SLR-Zoom
Image requirements: High-resolution photos, 3 MB preferred
Maximum of 5 photo submissions per person. Submit your digital photographs online via the website or by post.
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.