| Copyright | Participation in the contest does NOT require you to forfeit your copyright. The Participant grants to The Johns Hopkins University a non-exclusive, worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free license to use such photographs in its Photoshare database, and grants all such other rights |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 January 2014 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Categories:
- Healthcare Providers (*Featured Category: HIFA2015 Photography Award)
- Family Planning and Reproductive Health
- HIV/AIDS
- Malaria
- Environment
- Agriculture and Economic Development
- Democracy and Governance
- Humanitarian Assistance
- Global Health (open subject)
- Human Interest (open subject)
Awards:
- Best of Show
- 1st place – $1000 cash prize and certificate
- 2nd place – $500 cash prize and certificate
- 3rd place – $250 cash prize and certificate
- Featured Category
- HIFA2015 Photography Award | Healthcare Providers Category – $250 cash prize and award certificate
- Photoshare Awards
- mHealth Prize NEW-selected by Photoshare staff from all contest submissions. Images should capture the use of mobile and eHealth technologies and projects – $100 cash prize award and certificate
- Outstanding Photoshare Contributor – $500 cash prize award and certificate
- Photoshare Image of the Year – $100 cash prize award and certificate
- Outstanding Photoshare User – honorary award and certificate
Winners Announced: February 17, 2014
Entries must be submitted using Photoshare’s Upload Photos submission form on the Photoshare website.
Judging criteria: relevance to category and quality (e.g. lighting, composition, focus)
Image requirements: Minimum size 1600×1200 pixels. Photos below the minimum resolution, collages, digitally altered photos, photos without completed captions, and photos previously contributed to Photoshare are not eligible
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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.