| Copyright | All photographers retain their copyright. Winning work will only be published in the online gallery and in promotion related to the Vincent van Gogh Photo Award. This will included print and a one month outdoor exhibition in the city center of Nuenen – the Netherlands |
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| Eligibility | Open to all photographers, worldwide. |
| Finish | 30 March 2023 |
| Entry fee | From € 10 |
FinishedTheme: “Freedom”
The theme of Student competition is ‘Colorful Portraits‘.
Prizes:
- WINNER: € 1000
- SECOND PLACE: € 500
- THIRD PLACE: € 250
- Student Award:
- WINNER: € 500
- SECOND PLACE: € 250
- THIRD PLACE: € 100
- The fourth edition of this photo exhibition will take place in the magnificent setting of the living and working area of Vincent van Gogh (1883 – 1885 in Nuenen). From Saturday 9 September until Sunday 1 October 2023 a selection of 50 nominated photos of this International Photo Contest will be exhibited.
The winning 50 nominees will be announced on September 1, 2023
You may enter up to 3 images in one entry. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Image requirements: No edges, watermarks or logo; JPG format; minimal 3,000 pixels (longest side) 300 dpi and with a file size of at least 2 MB and preferably not more than 4 MB. Images may be color profiled in RGB, Adobe-1998, or not color-managed.
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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.
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Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
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