| Copyright | Entrants who submit ideas or work to this competition, give the City Council & Partners permission for the sole use of their work for a period of 18 months. At the conclusion of this period any material which is a) still being used or b) planned to be used in campaigns run by any of the partners will be subject to remuneration fitting the entry. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 28 January 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Submit entries that celebrate Dublin today.
Prizes:
- The overall competition winner will receive €10,000.
- Prizes of €1,000 will be awarded to the winning work in each category, with non-cash prizes for runners up in each category.
- There will be an exhibition of the winning entries in the Little Museum of Dublin in April 2013, submissions will be shown on billboards all over Dublin City.
The overall winner will be decided by public vote between February 15th – March 1st 2013. The category winners and runners up will be decided by the competition judging panel.
Image requirements: 300 DPI A3 portrait or landscape format.
Submit digital photos via email to [email protected]
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?
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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?
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What prizes do international photography contests offer?
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How do I choose which international contest to enter?
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