| Copyright | Competitors retain full copyright to the submitted images and agree to their images to be held on Fife Foto Group’s databases and used in conjunction with the promotion of the competition. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers from the British Isles, 18+ |
| Finish | 31 December 2015 |
| Entry fee | £12.99 for 6 to 9 photographs |
FinishedFOTOSPACE Gallery, Glenrothes, Fife, seeks emerging photographers from the British Isles for its fourth OPEN SUBMISSION exhibition.
Awards:
- A maximum of 12 entrants will be selected by jury for a group show in Spring 2016.
- There will be two cash prizes for two selected exhibitors from the short-list of photographers to be exhibited.
All the winners will be notified by 1st February 2016.
Each individual may submit one body of work per entry fee. A body of work consists of between 6 – 9 images. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: JPG format; under 2 Mb in file size.
Frequently asked questions — Photography exhibition contests
Who can enter photography exhibition contests?
Most exhibition contests welcome photographers with cohesive bodies of work—emerging to mid-career artists. Some prioritize thematic series or conceptual depth; review curatorial guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the venue's vision.
Are exhibition contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $15–$50 per submission, with portfolio or series entries priced higher. Entry fees and early-bird discounts are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
Prizes emphasize physical or virtual presentation: gallery exhibition slots, group show inclusion, catalog features, press coverage, or artist talks. Cash awards are less common but may range $1,000–$5,000 for top honors.
How do I choose which exhibition contest to enter?
Match your series to the venue's curatorial focus and research past exhibitions for aesthetic alignment. Verify technical specs (print size, framing, digital format), review shipping or installation requirements, and carefully assess rights clauses—some exhibitions request display or promotional usage rights.
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.