| Copyright | Each Eligible Participant grants the Promoter a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence without charge to use their Entry or Entries in any of the Promoter’s media or distribution methods for any purposes connected with conducting or promoting this Program or the World of EOS. |
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| Eligibility | Open to Australian or New Zealand residents who are not professional. |
| Finish | 30 September 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedIf you enter all 5 briefs, you’ll also automatically be entered into the Portfolio Competition, where an additional prize will be awarded to the photographer with the best set of 5 photos.
Categories:
- THE PEOPLE’S BRIEF // REFLECTIONS
- FLOUR // HIGH CONTRAST
- CARTOON EYES // PERSONIFY
- JELLY // LIGHT
- SHADOWS // STENCIL
Prizes:
- The winner of each brief and the winner of the Portfolio Competition will win an incredible creative photography workshop with Jackie Ranken and Mike Langford in New Zealand.
Image requirements: high resolution JPEG file not larger than 5MB in size.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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.