| Copyright | You will retain copyrights to your image and agree with the Aperture Light to allow us to display you images on our website and contest purposes. You will be credited appropriately for all of your pictures. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 November 2013 |
| Entry fee | $10 |
Finished
Enter your most outstanding wedding photographs in the contest, Winners will be selected by the judges of Aperture Light and will be published on the last week of November 2013.
Prizes:
- Certificate of Achievement – Overall and Category winner will get certificate of achievement.
- Portrait Professional software standard edition to overall winner.
- 5,000 Photo Plan for 1 Year ($200 value) to overall winner from shootproof.com
Categories:
- Getting Ready
- Ceremony
- Couples Portrait
- Reception
There is no limit in the number of entries. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: JPG (at high quality) or GIF format at 72 dpi. Panoramic photos are eligible. Under 2MB per image. Images can be in in natural color or black and white. Sepia tone, and duotone images are not eligible.
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.