2020 was tough, strange and sad in many ways but this is life , it is a journey with ups and downs. Sometimes we are not prepared but we must learn to go forward. I decided to have a fresh start in 2021 and wanted to spread this positivity amongst you with a fun idea which I hope you will be part it.
So, here we go :
I am announcing a cool and free photography competition with some small prizes from myself (no sponsor involved) that might inspire you to share your images and creativity.
Check the rules ( no rules honestly ) and please share this with your friends and followers if you like and follow me on Instagram for the updates.
RULES
- Free to enter for all photographers at any level
-Submitting a series of 3 images ( related story )
-Images must be at least 2500 pixel on the longest side, No more than 5 MB
-No rules for post processing ( Hooooraaa )
-Every Category is allowed
-Every type of pictures is allowed
-Deadline for submission: January 20, 2021 , 11:59 PM Eastern Time ( New York ) , The winners will be announced on January 25, 2021
You must send images to : rajabiphotography@gmail.com
Your name, family name and your Instagram ID is required. You can say Hello too :)
It is better for you to follow me as I am updating the news and do not forget to share this with your followers Before I announce the winners, I will contact them personally to ask for the Raw files, If your picture is a photomontage, the pictures must be yours. No STOCK photos are allowed.
PRIZES
There will be a total of 5 winners
First Prize :
One copy of Hasselblad Masters Book 2016, Signed
One Limited Edition Print from The Story Of Split Series, 17x13inches. Signed.
1 hour of portfolio review via Video Call with me
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All other 4 winners will have a portfolio review for an hour in person, via Video Call
Q&A
What is a portfolio review ?
Portfolio review is an opportunity for you to hear a review and critic of your work and get a guide and feedback. In an hour I will see your work and exchange ideas to help to you to move in a right direction.
Can we send three different pictures which is not related ?
No, they must relate to each other
Should I write a statement for my pictures?
No statement is needed
Should we pay for shipping the book and the print ?
No, everything is free here
Is this competition free to enter ?
Yes, no payment is needed.
Who is the Judge ?
Just myself.
How do you choose a winner ?
The decision is based on Creativity, Conceptual strength and Techniques.
How about Cell Phone image ?
Your Cell Phone pictures must meet the criteria that provided in the rules section. If you don't have a Raw file for your phone pictures, you must send the original file plus the post processing picture.
I do not have a Raw file, what should I do?
You must send the Jpeg file that came out straight out of the camera.
Will you use these images for a promotion?
No, you are the copyright owner, I will not use these images for any commercial or promotional use except to use them announcing the future competitions.
Guys, if you have any questions please let me know, this is for fun and I hope it will be a motivation for all of us to participate and make our community stronger.
Stay Safe