| Copyright | Entered photographs remain yours and are only released to The Travel Photography Awards for use and display in relation to these awards only. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide, 18+ |
| Finish | 30 June 2014 |
| Entry fee | US$15 per Amateur portfolio and US$25 per Professional portfolio |
FinishedYou are encouraged to submit your best five travel photos. Choose images that meet this aim by telling a good clear story about a place – they could be happy images, sad images, thoughtful images, interesting images, beautiful images or even frightening images. But they should share with the viewer some essence of the place, the people, the culture or the land included within the subject matter of the image.
Prizes:
- PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY:
- Grand Prize Winner: Nikon Df DSLR Camera with 50mm f1.8 lens.
- Runner Up Winne: 3 x 32GB 1066x Lexar Professional CF (or SD) cards.
- Highly Commended Winner: Lowepro Rover Pro 45L AW Backpack.
- AMATEUR CATEGORY:
- Grand Prize Winner: 7 night photo trip to French Polynesia with Chris McLennan.
- Runner Up Winner: Lowepro Flipside Sport 20L backpack.
- Highly Commended Winner: 3 x 16GB 1066x Lexar Professional CF (or SD) cards.
- HP PEOPLE’S CHOICE CATEGORY WINNER: HP DreamColor II Professional Graphics Monitor.
- ROOKIE CATEGORY WINNER: Nikon 1 AW1 kit including Nikkor AW 11-27.5mm f3.5-5.6 lens.
The winner announced on the 1st of August 2014.
Judging criteria: image quality, artistic & creative merit.
You can enter as many times as you like. One portfolio can contain up to 5 images. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: JPEG format; 1200 pixels on the longest side; under 2MB in file size. No watermarks or intense manipulation.
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.