| Copyright | No copyright is transferred in respect of any images entered. By submitting an image, you agree that EEF Ltd. and any of its partners can display, distribute, publish and alter any of the images in their activities to promote and support UK manufacturing for a period of five years. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 September 2017 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedWin a share of our £5000 prize fund to help you buy the very latest, high-end equipment.
Theme: Made by Britain, Loved by the World.
This competition is designed to inspire a new image and improved public perception of UK manufacturing using photography. From the traditional to the high-tech your images should reflect the strength and diversity of today’s UK manufacturing sector.
Capture British products, components or processes in abstract form or in their full glory and enter them into one of three categories:
- Best photograph by an Amateur photographer
- Best photograph by a Professional photographer
- Best photograph by a Young photographer (under 20 years old)
The short listed entries will be announced on the EEF Photography Competition website in November 2017.
There is no limit on the number of images that you can enter to the relevant category. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: RGB format; High-quality JPEG file (level 10 or above in Photoshop); The maximum and ideal image size is 3508 x 2480 pixels or 3508 x 3508 pixels if square; Minimum image size 2400 x 1800 pixels
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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.