| Copyright | You agree to grant to the Foundation an unlimited, perpetual, royalty-free, irrevocable and non-exclusive right and license to use your photo in connection with the Retina Foundation activities and publications, in any media throughout the world, in any way the Foundation wants. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all Canadian residents |
| Finish | 31 October 2013 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedTheme: "What you would miss if you were blind"
The idea is to get as many people as possible to post photographs on our website (photobr.org), and then let the public choose the photos of their liking by donating funds to celebrate their choice. In other words, to vote for a photo, you need to make a donation – no matter how big or small.
Prizes:
- Lytro 8GB camera
- iPad 2.0 with Retina Display
- Harman Kardon 2.1 Home Entertainment System – BDS3D2.1SB
- Gallerie au Chocolat gift basket
- Pair of boots from Tramfootwear.com
Each Contest entrant can submit up to a maximum of 5 photographs to the Contest. 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.