| Copyright | Photos remain the users property, but by uploading a photo the user gives us permission to use the photo in any way, shape or form on the creative sprint website and to promote the creative sprint project. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Entry fee | Free |
Creative sprint is a monthly 48 hour online photo contest. Every sprint consists of only 1 word. Every month you will be provided with a new challenge in the form of a theme. Every sprinter must implement that theme in some shape or form in his/her photo. Once the theme of the sprint is revealed the timer starts ticking. From that point you have exactly 48 hours to make your photo for the sprint.
7 days after the sprint has ended the best 3 photos (photos with the highest amount of votes) will be featured on the history page.
Image requirements: No watermark, logo or copyright notice in your image. No extreme retouching.
You can enter only 1 photo per sprint online (digital photograph) via the website.
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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.