2020 Spotlight Awards
17 July 2020 Closed
€35 for the first submission and €25 for each subsequent entry.
$5,000
Open to all photographers, worldwide, 18+
All entrants grant Production Paradise the right to reproduce work selected in the Spotlight Awards on the Production Paradise website and in materials used to promote the competition and/or future related promotions, but the copyright is yours.
Prizes:
Grand prize winner
- X100V camera from our main sponsor Fujifilm, worth $1,700.00
- A cash prize of $5,000.00
Category Winner Prizes:
- Every category winner will get a Special Production Paradise Membership Pack, worth €1,200.00
Categories: Advertising, Architecture & Interiors, Beauty, Cars, CGI, Corporate & Industrial, Fashion, Food & Drink, Kids, Lingerie & Swimwear, People & Lifestyle, Portrait & Celebrity, Sport, Still Life and Travel & Documentary.
Grand prize winner and the Category winners will be announced on October 8th, 2020.
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: sRGB JPG files with a recommended minimum size of 1600px width. Images should have been taken within the past three years.
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.
