| Copyright | Copyright of all images rests with their creator. If you are a prizewinner of the competition you will be required to grant to The Trafalgar Way and the 1805 Club a free, irrevocable, perpetual and global non-commercial licence to exhibit and to reproduce that image for the purposes of promoting The Trafalgar Way, the 1805 Club and the competition. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers from the UK. |
| Finish | 1 September 2020 |
| Entry fee | Age 7 to 11 - £1 per entry; Age 12 to 16 - £2 per entry; Age 17 to adult - £5 per entry |
FinishedPrizes:
- 1st Prize – 2 x £1000, three tickets to a special awards ceremony in London including travel and accommodation where appropriate and a Treasure Trails voucher worth £9.99
- 2nd Prize – 2 x £25, plus a jigsaw, mug and tea-towel bearing your design from Francis Frith, and a Treasure Trails voucher worth £9.99
- 3rd Prize – 2 x £10, a tea-towel bearing your design from Francis Frith, and a Treasure Trails voucher worth £9.99
The Art and Photography competition invites entrants to explore and capture the route and geography of The Trafalgar Way in picture form, as well as learning something of its history.
The winners’ names will be displayed on The Trafalgar Way website by 10th October 2020 at the latest.
Categories:
- Age 7 to 11 category
- Age 12 to 16 category
- Age 17 and above category
Photographic entries need to be taken in the vicinity of The Trafalgar Way
Online submission of digital images via the website.
Frequently asked questions — Photography exhibition contests
Who can enter photography exhibition contests?
Most exhibition contests welcome photographers with cohesive bodies of work—emerging to mid-career artists. Some prioritize thematic series or conceptual depth; review curatorial guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the venue's vision.
Are exhibition contests free to enter?
Few are free; most charge $15–$50 per submission, with portfolio or series entries priced higher. Entry fees and early-bird discounts are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
Prizes emphasize physical or virtual presentation: gallery exhibition slots, group show inclusion, catalog features, press coverage, or artist talks. Cash awards are less common but may range $1,000–$5,000 for top honors.
How do I choose which exhibition contest to enter?
Match your series to the venue's curatorial focus and research past exhibitions for aesthetic alignment. Verify technical specs (print size, framing, digital format), review shipping or installation requirements, and carefully assess rights clauses—some exhibitions request display or promotional usage rights.