| Copyright | Winners will grant Sapphire Coast Tourism Ltd a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, transferrable licence to use, reproduce, publish, store, modify, adapt, create derivative works from and communicate to the public all the photographs captured during the winners road-trip to the Sapphire Coast. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all Australian residents, 18 years old and over. |
| Finish | 30 April 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedPrizes:
- Two winners will be chosen to work with Sapphire Coast Tourism in a fun, three day shoot.
- 3-3.5 star cabin and/or camping style accommodation and transport within the Sapphire Coast for 3 days/2 nights.
- $100 per person per day will be allocated for food and consumables.
Two entrants will be announced as winners on 01/05/13. One winner will be judged and selected by the Promoter based on creative merit. Judging will take place at the Promoter’s office in Merimbula. The second winner will be announced as a People’s Choice award. The People’s Choice award winner will be the entrant who has obtained the most votes through the competition.
More than one entry is allowed per entrant, although this is limited to one entry per day. Online submission of digital photos via Facebook.
Image requirements: 7 megabytes or smaller, jpeg, gif, tif or png format, and at least 1,600 pixels wide (if a horizontal image) or 1,600 pixels tall (if a vertical image). Watermarks are not acceptable.
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.