| Copyright | You will retain all rights to any photograph you submit, including ownership if applicable. If your image is selected as a winner in the competition, you grant Santa Fe Photographic Workshops a nonexclusive right to use, in connection with the current and any future Photo Contest, your image on partner and third party promotions and publications. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 15 January 2018 |
| Entry fee | $30 for 3 images; $5 for each additional image over 3 |
FinishedWhether it’s a public holiday or a private victory, a national triumph or an individual milestone, there are as many ways to celebrate as there are reasons to rejoice. This holiday season, share with us the moments you’ve captured. Big or small, show us what you choose to celebrate and why.
Prizes:
- Grand Prize: Workshop of your choice in Santa Fe (tuition and fees; does not include lodging or airfare)
- First Prize: $1,000 gift certificate, good for any Santa Fe Workshops workshop or expedition
- Second Prize: $750 gift certificate, good for any Santa Fe Workshops workshop or expedition
- Third Prize: $500 gift certificate, good for any Santa Fe Workshops workshop or expedition
There is no limit to the number of submissions per entrant.
Image requirements: 72 ppi resolution; 1,280 pixels on the longest side; sRGB or RGB color space (standard) with layers flattened; 8 bit mode; JPG format with compression at level 7 (at minimum); less than 3MB total size
Judging criteria: originality, technical excellence, composition, overall impact and artistic merit.
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.