| Copyright | Copyright of the images will remain at all times with the photographer. Images will be used strictly in connection to the awards and will not be used for any other marketing purposes other than to promote Monochrome Awards . To promote winners of each category Monochrome Awards is granted the right to display images on social network websites (on our official profiles) including: Facebook, Google+ and Twitter. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 29 November 2015 |
| Entry fee | Professional - 20 USD/Single Entry; Amateur - 15 USD/Single Entry. |
Finished
Categories:
- Abstract
- Architecture
- Conceptual
- Fashion / Beauty
- Fine Art
- Landscapes
- Nature
- Nude
- People
- Photojournalism
- Photomanipulation
- Portrait
- Wildlife
Prizes:
- Overall winner of professional section will receive:
- – $2,000 cash prize
- – Title: Monochrome Photographer of the Year 2015
- – Showcased at the online Winners Gallery
- – Featured Article on www.MonoVisions.com
- – Your work included in the Monochrome Photography Awards Annual Book.
- – Extensive press coverage
- – Winners logo and certificate
- Overall winner of amateur section will receive:
- – $1,000 cash prize
- – Title: Monochrome Discovery of the Year 2015
- – Showcased at the online Winners Gallery
- – Featured Article on www.MonoVisions.com
- – Your work included in the Monochrome Photography Awards Annual Book.
- – Extensive press coverage
- – Winners logo and certificate
- Winners of 1st, 2nd and 3rd place of each category will receive:
- – Showcased at the online Winners Gallery
- – Your work included in the Monochrome Photography Awards Annual Book.
- – International Press and Publicity
- – Winners logo and certificate
Winners announcement: 30 January 2016
Image requirements: maximum 900 pixels on the longest side; sRGB or Adobe98 colour space, 8-bit, saved as a JPEG at a setting of 10 (100%) or higher, no watermarks / copyright units / logos on images / borders
Online submission of digital photographs via the website. Only black and white photographs will be accepted to the contest. Toned images (like sepia, selenium, etc.) will be also accepted. Winning Entrants must be able to provide a high resolution digital file (minimum 2000px wide@300dpi).
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.