| Copyright | Entrant grants Sponsor a license to use the entry for credit purposes in Sponsor's online galleries, without further compensation, notification or permission. Each winner grants to the Sponsor a license to use and distribute the entry for credit purposes for purposes of promotion of this Contest and other Sponsor's contests and/or for purposes of advertising and promoting Sponsor |
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| Eligibility | Open to US residents, 18+ |
| Finish | 22 May 2014 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Prizes:
- First Place:
- Publication of the winning photo in Digital Photo Pro
- $500 in cash
- A Manfrotto MK190XPRO3 190 kit – alu 3-section horiz. column tripod + ball head
- Tamrac’s Apache 6 Camera/Tablet Bag
- A 32GB Professional 600x SDHC UHS-1 memory card from Lexar
- A Compact HoodLoupe from Hoodman USA
- A Ready For Anything lighting kit from LumiQuest
- Online publication of the winning photo in the Winners’ Gallery
- Second Place:
- Tamrac’s Mirage 4 Photo/Tablet Backpack
- A Strobist® lighting kit from LumiQuest
- A 16GB microSDHC UHS-1 memory card from Lexar
- Online publication of the winning photo in the Winners’ Gallery
- People’s Choice Award: Online publication of the winning photo in the Winners’ Gallery
Potential winners will be notified about July, 2014.
You can enter maximum 5 digital photos online. Judging criteria: Adherence to Theme, Composition and Creativity/Originality.
Image requirements: JPG or .GIF format; up to 4mb in file size.
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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.