Yes, photo contests are for just about anyone-especially if you are:
Working as a professional photographer.
An amateur photography enthusiast.
Someone with a creative eye and a camera.
Someone who's just bored.
Poetry, cooking and many other contests generally require a definite level of skill to qualify; almost anyone can start taking pictures with a camera. Digital cameras today are getting better and better, so there really isn't much you have to learn. Taking pictures these days truly is nearly as simple as 'point-and-click.'
What's in it for you?
That's a perfectly legitimate question, Photograph Contests are a great way to:
a) Win prizes.
b) Show off your talent. Your photo could be published in well-respected photography books or industry magazines if you win.
c) Be evaluated not only by your peers but also experts and critics in your field.
d) Receive opportunities to talk with editors, well-known photographers, equipment manufacturers and others.
e) Perhaps gain a little fame; certainly receive instant exposure.
Photograph contest prizes from nominal cash prizes to fully equipped photography studios or from free rolls of film to exciting photo adventures.
Here is a short list of some prizes from current and past contests:
* Survey wolves, bears and chamois when you participate in a Biosphere Land Rover Expedition to Slovakia's Tatra Mountains.
* A three-week overland adventure in Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar
* A Grand Prize worth over $8,500, including a Nikon camera, lenses, flash system, notebook computer, printer, software and loads of other goodies.
* A Grand Prize valued at approximately $9,300 Grand Prize that includes a Nikon Digital camera kit plus a trip to the Northwest Territories.
Besides winning prizes, entering photograph contests afford you an opportunity to build your own real-life portfolio and depending on the contest, becoming a winner. Even if you just finish near the top you could launch your photo career.
Sowhat are you waiting for?
Getting Started
The first step is selecting a contest. Then go to this comprehensive 'list of photo contests' (link to your website's photo contests page) at www.proofpositive.com where there are dozens of on-going photo contests. The active contest list is continually updated, so check back often.
Once you've decided upon a contest, note the entry deadline on your calendar. You can enter an existing photo or schedule a time to take the "winning photo." Be sure to read all the contest rules, complete the necessary forms, send in or upload your photo and wait for the announcement that YOU are the winner.
Winning Tips for Entering Contests
Every contest has unique rules and criteria. There are different eligibility requirements and varying rules and regulations to participate. One of the first things you have to do is determine whether or not you qualify to enter the contest. Here are some more helpful tips:
- Follow the instructions! This cannot be over-emphasized. Ensure that you know what type of contest is being run (scenic beauty, human form, travel photos, etc.).. It's amazing how many people submit their favorite picture of their cute puppy to nature or scenic themed contests! Most contests also place a limit on the number of entries you can submit.
- Check out the contest website for past winners. It's wise to check the pattern with which judges select winners. Photo contests aren't exactly Olympic sports; the judges are subjective (remember: beauty is in the eye of the beholder), and while they do their best to remain objective and impartial, it's imperative that you have an idea of what the panel of judges considers 'winning' material.
- Make sure that you agree with the terms & conditions of participating in each contest. There are some contests in which you forfeit your copyright to your photo / work just by registering in the contest. What's the point of showcasing your work if you legally sign it over to someone else? Be sure to read all the fine print!
That's it. Register, show off your work, and collect your prizes! - 15437
Working as a professional photographer.
An amateur photography enthusiast.
Someone with a creative eye and a camera.
Someone who's just bored.
Poetry, cooking and many other contests generally require a definite level of skill to qualify; almost anyone can start taking pictures with a camera. Digital cameras today are getting better and better, so there really isn't much you have to learn. Taking pictures these days truly is nearly as simple as 'point-and-click.'
What's in it for you?
That's a perfectly legitimate question, Photograph Contests are a great way to:
a) Win prizes.
b) Show off your talent. Your photo could be published in well-respected photography books or industry magazines if you win.
c) Be evaluated not only by your peers but also experts and critics in your field.
d) Receive opportunities to talk with editors, well-known photographers, equipment manufacturers and others.
e) Perhaps gain a little fame; certainly receive instant exposure.
Photograph contest prizes from nominal cash prizes to fully equipped photography studios or from free rolls of film to exciting photo adventures.
Here is a short list of some prizes from current and past contests:
* Survey wolves, bears and chamois when you participate in a Biosphere Land Rover Expedition to Slovakia's Tatra Mountains.
* A three-week overland adventure in Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar
* A Grand Prize worth over $8,500, including a Nikon camera, lenses, flash system, notebook computer, printer, software and loads of other goodies.
* A Grand Prize valued at approximately $9,300 Grand Prize that includes a Nikon Digital camera kit plus a trip to the Northwest Territories.
Besides winning prizes, entering photograph contests afford you an opportunity to build your own real-life portfolio and depending on the contest, becoming a winner. Even if you just finish near the top you could launch your photo career.
Sowhat are you waiting for?
Getting Started
The first step is selecting a contest. Then go to this comprehensive 'list of photo contests' (link to your website's photo contests page) at www.proofpositive.com where there are dozens of on-going photo contests. The active contest list is continually updated, so check back often.
Once you've decided upon a contest, note the entry deadline on your calendar. You can enter an existing photo or schedule a time to take the "winning photo." Be sure to read all the contest rules, complete the necessary forms, send in or upload your photo and wait for the announcement that YOU are the winner.
Winning Tips for Entering Contests
Every contest has unique rules and criteria. There are different eligibility requirements and varying rules and regulations to participate. One of the first things you have to do is determine whether or not you qualify to enter the contest. Here are some more helpful tips:
- Follow the instructions! This cannot be over-emphasized. Ensure that you know what type of contest is being run (scenic beauty, human form, travel photos, etc.).. It's amazing how many people submit their favorite picture of their cute puppy to nature or scenic themed contests! Most contests also place a limit on the number of entries you can submit.
- Check out the contest website for past winners. It's wise to check the pattern with which judges select winners. Photo contests aren't exactly Olympic sports; the judges are subjective (remember: beauty is in the eye of the beholder), and while they do their best to remain objective and impartial, it's imperative that you have an idea of what the panel of judges considers 'winning' material.
- Make sure that you agree with the terms & conditions of participating in each contest. There are some contests in which you forfeit your copyright to your photo / work just by registering in the contest. What's the point of showcasing your work if you legally sign it over to someone else? Be sure to read all the fine print!
That's it. Register, show off your work, and collect your prizes! - 15437
About the Author:
Are you an amateur or professional photographer? Check out Proof Positive to view a list of current photography competitions. Whether you already have a photo in mind or plan to become a "shutterbug" in the near future, you can enter-and win-photograph competitions! The comprehensive list of photo competitions includes entry information, criteria, subjects and deadlines.
