| Copyright | ALL ENTRANTS agree to grant ChildPhotoCompetition.com permission to use the work for promotional purposes in any of its digital publications or on the website and other electronic media, or at exhibition or trade show without further permission or remuneration. Entrants understand the work may be published in 3rd-party publications including magazines and periodicals, solely for the purpose of promoting the work, the photographer, and the ChildPhotoCompetition.com. Photographer’s name will be listed with the photograph. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 December 2015 |
| Entry fee | Single image - $10; 3 images - $20; 5 images - $30 |
Finished
Categories:
- Portrait
- Fine Art
- Lifestyle
- Conceptual & Photo Manipulation
- Documentary & Street
- Silhouette
Prizes:
- GRAND WINNER
- Title BLACK AND WHITE CHILD PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR.
- $1000 Cash ( payout via PayPal)
- 1ST PLACE in each category
- $100 Cash, payout via PayPal
- 1st Place E-Badge to accompany your award winning artwork to use on marketing and advertising materials
- Interview and Editorial Feature on our Blog
- Showcase in our Winners Online Gallery
- Published in our yearly E-Book “Book of Winners”
- Promotion on our Social Media Websites: Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest
- 2nd PLACE in each category
- 2nd Place E-Badge to accompany your award winning artwork to use on marketing and advertising materials
- Showcase in our Winners Online Gallery
- Published in our yearly E-Book “Book of Winners”
- Promotion on our Social Media Websites: Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest
- 3rd PLACE in each category
- 3rd Place E-Badge to accompany your award winning artwork to use on marketing and advertising materials
- Showcase in our Winners Online Gallery
- Published in our yearly E-Book “Book of Winners”
- Promotion on our Social Media Websites: Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest
Image requirements: up to 400 kb, 72 dpi, strictly monochrome, up to 1024 px longest side.
Judging criteria: creativity, photographic quality and effectiveness in expressing the contest theme
You may enter 1, 3 or 5 image files in this competition. Online submission of digital photographs via the 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.