| Copyright | Winners and submitting photographers retain copyright of their photos. HAWAII Magazine and PacificBasin Communications reserve the right to publish all entered photographs and winning photographs and to utilize them in the marketing and promotion of HAWAII Magazine and PacificBasin Communications in unlimited perpetuity. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 8 August 2014 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Categories:
- PEOPLE
- OUTDOORS
- CULTURE
- ABSTRACT
Prizes:
- GRAND PRIZE (one winner):
- Airfare for two to Maui from Hawaiian Airlines from your nearest Hawaiian Airlines gateway city.
- A six-day/five-night stay at the Aston Kaanapali Shores.
- A six-day car rental from Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group.
- A Maui Light Chaser Private Half-Day Photo Ecotour with Photo Safari Hawaii.
- FIRST-PLACE PRIZES (one winner in each category):
- First-place winners in each category will receive a gift box from Big Island Bees Organic Hawaiian Honey, a gift box from Lanikai Bath and Body, two adult passes to the Battleship Missouri Memorial, two adult passes to Waimea Valley and a jewelry piece from Ka Hoku Kai by Shanda’s Hawaiian Designs.
- SECOND-PLACE PRIZES (one winner in each category):
- First-place winners in each category will receive a gift box from Big Island Bees Organic Hawaiian Honey, a gift box from Lanikai Bath and Body, two adult passes to the Battleship Missouri Memorial and two adult passes to Waimea Valley.
- Winning photos in our 16th Annual Photo Contest will be published in the January/February 2015 issue of HAWAII Magazine.
Winners will be notified in December 2014.
Submission of prints or digital photographs on CD or USB flash drives. You may enter two photographs per category for a maximum of eight entries.
Image requirements: TIFF, EPS or JPG format; 300 dpi or larger.
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.