| Copyright | you grant Duggal the right to use the entry in exhibitions and promotions in print and online. Duggal will not exploit your image for any form of direct compensation. Photo credit will always be included and you will retain full copyright of the reconstructed, original image submitted. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 May 2015 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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We often get caught up ‘living in the moment’ that we forget the beauty of change and growth that shapes our present world. Photographs allow us to prove these changes, to preserve a moment in time, to relive memories that may otherwise be lost in the past. Those images that you will remember for a lifetime – the ones that still make an impact regardless of the number of years that have passed – embody appreciation for photography’s element of preserving the past.
In Duggal’s Recollection Photo Contest: Reconstructing the Past, we invite you to recreate an old photograph, artwork or image. The original image can be historical or personal. Both images must be submitted together, as separate files, in order to be considered for the contest.
Prizes:
- WINNER:
- PRINT: A 30” by 40” direct to Dibond print, with aluminum brace, a $450 value. Direct prints to Dibond archival aluminum yield a high-end finished look and maximum stability.
- GIFTCARD: A $100 credit to Duggal Visual Solutions, Inc. eligible for use on any Duggal products/services. Gift card must be redeemed in-store. If internationally located, the gift card will be honored via telephone. Credit must be used all in one order.
- FIVE RUNNERS-UP:
- PRINT: 16″ x 20″ HD C Print™ (Glossy or Matte). With more than twice the resolution of standard C-Prints, Duggal’s HD C Prints™ raise the bar for photographic detail and sharpness.
- GIFTCARD: A $50 credit to Duggal Visual Solutions, Inc. eligible for use on any Duggal products/services. Gift card must be redeemed in-store. If internationally located, the gift card will be honored via telephone. Credit must be used all in one order.
Winners will be announced by June 30, 2015.
Judging criteria: creativity, photographic quality, effectiveness and reconstruction of the older artwork
Image requirements: high resolution JPEG at 150 DPI or higher, please make sure your file size is 5mb or larger.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
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.