What are the hallmarks of a winning image in Smithsonian magazine’s photo contest? Technical quality, clarity and composition are all important, but so too is a flair for the unexpected and the ability to capture a picture-perfect moment. Over the past ten years, our judges have seen over 235,000 photographs from more than 90 countries and we once again look forward to viewing the world through your own unique lens.
Enter photographs in any of our five categories—Altered Images, Americana, the Natural World, People and Travel—and compete to win cash prizes. After reviewing the contest rules and list of frequently asked questions, you will be fully prepared to enter the contest.
The contest is open until November 30, 2012 at 2:00 PM EST. On a weekly basis beginning April 2, Smithsonian judges will post the best of the incoming entries in the Editors’ Picks portion of our web site. Finalists will be announced on March 1, 2013. Good luck to you all!
