Portrait

Close on November 07, 2024

Territory: Worldwide

Theme: Portrait

Eligibility: Open to all

Entry Fees: Between $11 and $59

Prize: Cash Prize

Welcome to the launch of our Portrait Photo Contest! We are excited to invite photographers from all over the world to showcase their talent in capturing the unique essence, emotion, and personality of their subjects through the art of portraiture. This contest celebrates the power of human connection and the beauty found in every face. Whether you're a professional or an enthusiastic amateur, we look forward to seeing your interpretation of what makes a portrait truly unforgettable.

Prizes: 1st place gets 15% of the money collected from the contest registration fees.
2nd place gets 10% of the money collected from the contest registration fees.
3rd place gets 5% of the money collected from the contest registration fees.
We will publish a blog about the photography career and aspirations of the best 3 photographers.
Up to 25 photographs will be shared in our social media channels and our photo gallery.
The best photographs will be also published in our printed magazine that will be sold globally.
Digital certificate for the best photographers.
Prizes from our different partners.

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