| Copyright | Submitting an entry grants the Sponsors and their designees a license to use the entry and his/her name, city and state of residence for credit purposes in Sponsors’ online galleries. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide, 18+ |
| Finish | 1 May 2019 |
| Entry fee | $10 Per Image |
FinishedPrizes:
- Grand Prize
- $2,000 Cash
- Tamron 2.8 G2 Lens
- 20×30″ Metal Print by Metalprints.com
- Topaz Labs AI Gigapixel
- $200 Lens Pro To Go Credit
- Second Prize
- $500 Cash
- 16×24″ Metal Print by Metalprints.com
- $100 Lens Pro To Go Credit
- Third Prize – $250 Cash
- Fourth Prize – $150 Cash
- Fifth Prize – $100 Cash
Open theme
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: jpg format; 1,600px or greater on the longest edge; no larger than 2mb; no watermark on images.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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.