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The annual BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition encourages photographers from around the world to contribute their work to this photo competition that will both celebrate and illustrate the rich diversity of life on Earth and inspire action to protect and conserve it through the power of imagery. The winning images are exhibited at one of... Continue Reading →
One of my students sent me this link for a digital photo contest. (Thanks!) You submit 5 images, and they pick a round of finalists. The finalists then print their work and the winners are chosen from there. But don't stop reading yet! Hahnemühle’s Student Photo Competition has a pretty sweet plus side--all finalists, whether... Continue Reading →
Communication Arts is a reeeeaally well known magazine, and they are having a photo contest. Having your work published in their magazine would be a legit big deal...and they have a special category just for student work! This means you aren't competing against professionals, but still get publication space and your own award. (Sweeeeet). The... Continue Reading →
One of my students asked me today if I had seen this app, and I never had, but it looks like it could be fun and help you on your photo skills! GuruShots (https://gurushots.com/) gives you a daily photo challenge. You submit your photo and get feedback and tips. You earn badges for your achievements,... Continue Reading →
This is a great opportunity to put your work out there and possibly win some amazing prizes. The Spring Contest is open to all amateur photographers, both student and non-student, in the United States, Canada and worldwide...but NO PROFESSIONAL photographers can enter...(open to read entire article)
Photo District News (PDN), the award-winning monthly magazine for the professional photographer, has been covering the professional photographic industry for over two decades. In addition to special award of monetary value, the PDN Photo Annual provides entrants with immeasurable exposure in the industry. The competition is consistently acknowledged in PhotoShelter's guide to photography contests for its recognition... Continue Reading →
Here's a great student contest for you guys. Submit your work to their website: http://www.tamron-usa.com/tamronedu/showcase_edu.html and win any Tamron lens plus recognition in the Tamron EDU enews and social media. You can check out previous winners at their website too. Looks like it's free, so what do you have to lose? And you get free gear! Pretty... Continue Reading →
Found this listing, think this could be a great opportunity if you've got a few killer images from a previous class you don't know what to do with! See below: This festival is designed to be a multi-tiered collaborative initiative. Our mission is to advance dynamic programming designed to engage and stimulate the photography community... Continue Reading →
The LensCulture Exposure Awards 2017 aim to discover and showcase the world’s best contemporary photographers—including all genres of photography, from diverse cultures on every continent. Now in its 8th year, the competition will help photographers of all levels gain global recognition and move forward creatively and professionally. 44 photographers will be chosen for an Exposure Awards 2017... Continue Reading →
