| Copyright | Entrants will retain copyright in their submitted entries but grant Congregational a worldwide royalty-free licence to edit, crop, re-size, publish and use each entry in any and all media for publicity and marketing purposes related to the promotion of this competition for a period of no more than 5 years. |
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| Eligibility | Open to UK amateur photographers only. |
| Finish | 14 October 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedThe judges will be looking for the photograph that best encapsulates faith and the community.
Prizes:
- The winning photographer will receive a personal prize worth £1000
- The two highly commended photographers will receive a personal prize package worth £850
- 10 nominated finalists will be invited to an exclusive awards ceremony in Central London on 20 November where the winner and highly commended photographers will be announced. Each will receive a prize bag worth up to £200
Judges: Don McCulli, Paresh Solanki, Matthew Yelland, Dr David Cornick
Judging criteria: emotional connection, creativity and originality.
Image requirements: High resolution JPG image, up to 8 Mb in file size.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website. A maximum of 2 photographs may be submitted per entrant into the Competition.
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.