| Copyright | Artists retain full copyright to the submitted images |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Finalists must reside in the USA and be a currently enrolled student. |
| Finish | 15 July 2018 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedPrizes:
- Grand Prize: Win any Tamron lens of your choice.
- 10 entries from each seasonal contest will win a Tamron Nike Polo Shirt and will be eligible to win the Grand Prize of a Tamron Lens of your choice
Theme: Tamron’s seasonal theme is open to your interpretation. Summer time is the time for socializing. Use this time to capture your travels, a get together with family and friends, sundrenched beachy scenes
Submission limit 2 images per photographer. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
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.