| Copyright | Rights remain with photographer. You understand that we have one-time rights for publication of all finalist photos in the hardcover book "Best of College & High School Photography" (for the College & High School Contest) or "Best of Photography" (for the Spring Contest). First through Fourth Place winners will also be published one time in "Photographer’s Forum" magazine. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 18 May 2015 |
| Entry fee | $4.95 per photo entered before April 13 and $5.95 after. |
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Finished
Theme: open
Prizes:
- FIRST PLACE GRAND PRIZE
- $2,000 cash award from Photographer’s Forum PLUS
- • Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG HSM | Art lens ($899)*
- • Chimera OB2 PRO Kit #6024 (Octa 2 Beauty Dish reflector and Versi Octa
- Speed Ring) ($399)
- SECOND PLACE
- $1,500 cash award from Photographer’s Forum PLUS
- • Sigma 18-35mm 1.8 DC HSM | ART lens ($800)*
- • Manfrotto Pro Light Camera Backpack: Bumblebee-220 PL ($279.99)
- THIRD PLACE – $1,000 cash award from Photographer’s Forum
- FOURTH PLACE – Five $125 awards
- 100 HONORABLE MENTIONS – All Honorable Mentions will be listed in the November 2015 issue of Photographer’s Forum magazine and will receive a gold embossed certificate of outstanding merit from Photographer’s Forum.
Finalists notified by July 27, 2015 and Winners notified by August 10, 2015
Image requirements: at least 1000 pixels and no more than 3000 pixels; JPG with maximum quality; color Space should be Adobe1998, sRGB or untagged color space; File Size should be no more than 4 Mb
Online submission of digital photographs via the website or by email.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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.