| Copyright | The copyright in all images submitted to the awards will remain with the entrant who will be credited. each entrant grants to the Owners a non-exclusive, irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, and communicate to the public, by any means, exhibit their image and copies of their image in all media throughout the world in relation to the awards and the exhibition |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 5 February 2017 |
| Entry fee | £25.00 for up to 5 photographic entries. Additional entry - £5 each. Under 18 category is free. |
FinishedCategories:
- BBC Good Food Fresh Talent Award
- Errazuriz Wine Photographer of the Year
- Food for Celebration sponsored by Champagne Taittinger
- Production Paradise Food off the Press
- unearthed® Food in Film supported by delicious.
- Partridges Food for Sale
- InterContinental London Park Lane Food at the Table
- World Food Programme Food for Life
- Startisans Food in the Street
- Individual Restaurants Cream of the Crop
- Food for the Family
- Bring Home the Harvest
- Food Blogger
- Politics of Food
- Pink Lady® Apple a Day
- Food in the Field
- The Philip Harben Award for Food in Action
- Marks & Spencer Food Portraiture NOTE: Entries to this category may not have an association with any other retailer
- Marks & Spencer Food Adventures NOTE: Entries to this category may not have an association with any other retailer
- Food Sn-apping in aid of Action Against Hunger Registered charity no. 1047501
- Fujifilm Award for Innovation
- Young (under 18s)
Prizes:
- £5,000 and the title of Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year 2017
- Many other prizes for the Winners.
- Finalist images will be exhibited at the Mall Galleries, London in April 2017.
Image requirements: JPEG format; no more than 1mb in file size; You must be able to supply a high resolution file, suitable for printing in all media and for inclusion in the Exhibition. These images must have a resolution of at least 300dpi. You can use editing software to correct an image, however photos which have been enhanced using editing software must not have had the integrity or subject matter of the photograph changed.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
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 — 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.