| Copyright | The copyright in all images submitted to the awards will remain with the entrant who will be credited. Each entrant grants to the Owners a non-exclusive irrevocable licence to reproduce, publish, and communicate to the public by any means and exhibit their image and copies of their image in all media throughout the world in relation to the awards and the exhibition and no other purpose. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 January 2013 |
| Entry fee | £20.00 for up to 5 entries; additional entry is £3.00 each |
FinishedCategories
- Food in the Street
- Cream of the Crop
- Food off the Press
- Food in the Field
- Food and its Place
- Food for Sale
- The Philip Harben Award for Food in Action
- Food Portraiture
- Young (under 18s)
- An Apple a Day
- Errazuriz Wine Photographer of the Year
- Food for Celebration sponsored by Champagne Taittinger
- Food Sn-apping in aid of Action Against Hunger Registered charity no. 1047501
Prizes:
- The title of Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year 2013 plus £5,000
- Category winners will receive a prestigious trophy and voucher for camera equipment.
- Winners of the three Young category age-groups will receive £100 each.
- Shortlisted images will be exhibited at the Mall Galleries, London in April 2013.
The judging of the shortlisted entries will take place in March 2013, and the winners notified in April 2013.
Image requirements: JPG format; no more than 800 pixels on the longest side. Shortlisted entrants must be able to supply a high resolution file, suitable for printing in all media and for inclusion in the Exhibition. These images should have a file size of at least 5mb.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Frequently asked questions — Photography exhibition contests
Who can enter photography exhibition contests?
Most exhibition contests welcome photographers with cohesive bodies of work—emerging to mid-career artists. Some prioritize thematic series or conceptual depth; review curatorial guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the venue's vision.
Are exhibition contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $15–$50 per submission, with portfolio or series entries priced higher. Entry fees and early-bird discounts are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
Prizes emphasize physical or virtual presentation: gallery exhibition slots, group show inclusion, catalog features, press coverage, or artist talks. Cash awards are less common but may range $1,000–$5,000 for top honors.
How do I choose which exhibition contest to enter?
Match your series to the venue's curatorial focus and research past exhibitions for aesthetic alignment. Verify technical specs (print size, framing, digital format), review shipping or installation requirements, and carefully assess rights clauses—some exhibitions request display or promotional usage rights.
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.