| Copyright | By virtue of submitting an image, the entrant certifies the work as his or her own (Images may not incorporate elements produced by anyone else (for example: clip art, images or art by others downloaded from the Internet). Aliases are not allowed. The entrant permits the sponsors to reproduce all or part of the entered material free of charge for publication and/or display in media related to the exhibition. This may include low resolution posting on a website. Note: Entrants who indicate that their images may not be reproduced or used “will not be eligible for awards” or inclusion in audio-visuals of the exhibition “and could be subject to disqualification” by the exhibition sponsors. The exhibition assumes no liability of any misuse of copyright. |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 8 October 2021 |
| Entry fee | USD10.00 |
FinishedPrizes:
- The overall winner will be awarded the 2021 GCPA Grand Award with a cash prize of USD3 ,000 and Award Certificate.
- Total SIX of 2021 GCPA Best Awards including 1*Gold Award ,2*Silver Awards & 3*Bronze Awards with a final cash prizes of USD1,500,USD1,000(each), USD500 (each) respectively and Award Certificates
- 7*PSA Gold Medal,7*PSA Silver Medal, 7* PSA Bronze Medal and 14 Ribbons
- 7*CAPA Gold Medal ,7*CAPA Silver Medal, 7* CAPA Bronze Medal
- 7*GPU Gold Medal ,7*GPU Silver Medal, 7* GPU Bronze Medal and 42 Ribbons
- 8*GCPA Gold Medal,16*GCPA Silver Medal, 24* GCPA Bronze Medal and 160 GCPA Ribbons
- 8*Chairman Choices(GCPA Gold Medal)
- 24* Judge’s Choices (GCPA Silver Medal )
Results announced: 2021/11/11
Online submission of digital images via the website.
An Entry consists of, up to and including, four images entered by
a single Entrant into the same Section.
Image requirements: JPEG format using sRGB colour space. The maximum dimensions including any borders are: 1920 pixels (horizontal width) and 1080 pixels (vertical height), file size maximum 4 Mb
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.