| Copyright | 1x is hereby granted the right to use Your Photograph(s), in digital versions on 1x's website on other websites, for the purpose of advertising the Contest or 1x. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 7 December 2014 |
| Entry fee | $19/19€ per photo |
Finished
Categories:
- Architecture
- Creative edit
- Documentary
- Fine art nude
- Macro
- Mobile
- Nature
- Night
- Landscape
- People
- Street
Prizes:
- The grand prize is $10.000
- The 2nd prize is $1000
- The third prize is $100
- People’s Choice grand prize is $1000. There are 11 categories with 2 winners in each category, one selected by the judge and one people’s choice award.
The winners will be announced January 23, 2015.
Judge: Steve McCurry
Image requirements: JPG formatl under 80 Mb in file size. Photos submitted to documentary and nature should have only basic editing. No cloning or major editing are allowed in these categories, Photos in the mobile category should be taken with a smartphone camera.
You can submit any number of photos.
Frequently asked questions — Landscape photography contests
Who can enter landscape photography contests?
Most landscape contests welcome photographers worldwide, from enthusiasts to professionals. Many prioritize authentic location work and ethical land practices—review guidelines to confirm if your style aligns with the contest's artistic or conservation focus.
Are landscape photography contests free to enter?
Some are free; many charge $10–$35 per image, with early-bird discounts or series bundles often reducing costs. Entry fees and deadline tiers are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do landscape photography contests offer?
Prizes range from cash awards ($250–$10,000) to feature spots in outdoor magazines, calendar placements, workshop scholarships, or exhibition inclusion. Recognition from respected nature publications can significantly boost your visibility in the outdoor photography community.
How do I choose which landscape contest to enter?
Match your strongest images to the contest's theme or geographic focus. Review past winners for aesthetic preferences, verify technical specs (resolution, EXIF data), and check location requirements—some contests prioritize specific regions, parks, or environmental narratives.
Frequently asked questions — Art photography contests
Who can enter art photography contests?
Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
Are art photography contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $20–$60 per submission, with series entries priced higher. Entry fees and discount tiers appear in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do art photography contests offer?
Prizes often emphasize career development: gallery representation, museum exhibition slots, artist residencies, publication in art journals, or cash awards ($1,000–$10,000). Recognition from respected institutions can significantly boost visibility.
How do I choose which art photography contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose curatorial vision matches your conceptual practice. Review past winners for aesthetic alignment, verify presentation requirements (print specs, statements), and carefully assess rights clauses—some art contests request broad usage rights for submitted work.