| Copyright | Entrants retain copyright rights in their submitted photos and, where possible, the Promoter will credit them. All entrants give the Promoter a worldwide royalty free license to use, reproduce and exhibit the submitted photos in all media, only for the purposes of promoting or publicising this Competition or future RSPCA Young Photographer Awards for a period of ten years |
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| Eligibility | Open to all residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or below |
| Finish | 25 August 2014 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedCategories:
- Under 12 years
- 12-15 years
- 16-18 years
- Pet Personalities
- Portfolio
- Making Life Better
- People’s Choice Award
Prizes:
- An Overall Winner Award prize will be awarded to the category winner whose photo is selected by the judges. They will receive a weekend photography break, courtesy of Natures Images.
The winners will be announced in December 2014 at an awards ceremony. All shortlisted finalists will be notified by post by Friday 17 October 2014.
You can enter up to five photos in your age category plus another five in the Pet Personalities and Making Life Better categories. You can also enter up to three sets of images (five photos in each set) in the Portfolio category. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: maximum-quality JPEG; at least 5 mega pixels; up to 10MB.
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.