| Copyright | You own the Entrant Content of your entry but grant to Sponsor and its affiliates a nonexclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such Entrant Content throughout the world in any manner or media, on or off the Site, whether in connection with the Promotion or otherwise. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers who are 18+ years of age, worldwide. |
| Finish | 15 March 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedBlind photographers use touch, smell, hearing, memory, and other sensations to "compose" their images and sense the timing their subjects. They prove — beautifully and creatively — that you can see without sight. Make your photographs without the use of sight. Use other senses besides sight to create the photograph: your imagination, memory, intuition, touch, smell, or hearing instead. Write a brief statement, explaining how you took the picture without looking.
Prizes:
- $300 Grand Prize
- $200 Second Prize
- $100 Third Prize
Jurors: Julie Grahame, Jerry Fielder, and Meredith Mullins.
Submit up to five entries. Online submission of digital photographs via a Facebook page.
Judging criteria:
- Artistic merit of the Entrant Content (includes composition, impact, subject selection;
- Creativity and originality of the Entrant Content;
- Technique displayed in the Entrant Content (includes technical quality and explanation of how the shot was taken “blind”).
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.
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.