| Copyright | You retain full rights to your submitted images |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 27 November 2016 |
| Entry fee | 35.00 USD for 5 images; $10.00 USD for one additional image |
FinishedWe all have those special places in times, locations, that exist in the back of our minds. Show us a place you see when you close your eyes before you sleep. Show us a place you have seen that makes your heart skip a beat, gets your adrenaline running and pumping makes you want to be “there” and keeps you longing for more.
These locations can be from your favorite childhood playground, your favorite vacation getaway and even your secluded mediative background oasis. Show us your destinations and adventures.
Prizes:
- First Place – $300
- Second Place – $200
- Third Place – $100
- Three Honorable Mentions
- All images selected by juror will be exhibited throughout the Mpls Photo Center Galleries (Feb 10 – Apr 9, 2017) and published in a full-color Exhibit Book for purchase.
Juror: Layne Kennedy
Results Announced: Dec 2, 2016
Image requirements: sRGB or RGB color space (standard); 72 ppi resolution; flatten layers 8 bit; 1280 pixels on the longest side; JPG format, compression level 8 (medium).
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
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.
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.