Home » Contests » “The Shot” Sports Photography Contest

“The Shot” Sports Photography Contest

Finished

Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!

Categories:

  • ON THE FIELD
  • ON THE COURT
  • ON THE MOUNTAIN
  • IN THE WATER
  • ON THE ROAD
  • IN THE SKY

Prizes:

  • FIRST-PLACE PROFESSIONAL WINNERS will receive: A $100 gift card from Adorama.
  • FIRST-PLACE AMATEUR WINNERS will receive: A $50 gift card from Adorama.
  • ALL FIRST-PLACE WINNERS will receive:
    • A Digital Camera
    • A $200 Amazon gift certificate
    • A one year subscription to PDN
  • THE WINNING IMAGES will appear in PDN’s February 2014 issue which has a distribution of over 25,000 including a controlled circulation of 5,000 industry art buyers, photo editors and creatives

Winners will be contacted in December 2013.

An entry consists of one image.There is no limit for the number if entries you can make. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.

Image requirements: JPEG images saved with max quality compression with a long dimension of at least 1,000 pixels at 72 or 300 dpi with either Adobe1998, sRGB or untagged color space.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

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.

Scroll to Top