subject: Preparing For And Winning Photography Competitions [print this page] Photography is an art, hobby, and careerPhotography is an art, hobby, and career. It can change opinions and alter how someone sees the world.
While much of photography is very rewarding, winning a photography competition can be the cherry on the ice cream sundae. Winning a competition may also be the last step toward beginning a successful career.
You can earn a lot of cash through winning photography competitions if you try. However, there are several things you need to keep in mind if you are going to try to be successful in winning several photography competitions.
These things can help boost your chances of winning. The first thing you need to keep in mind is that you should read the rules.
If there is no way your work matches the requirements or if your pictures do not fit the theme of the competition, do not bother entering. A lot of time is wasted because people spend time entering competitions that they are not truly qualified for.
It is much better to spend time that time looking for competitions that you truly are qualified for. There are enough of these competitions out there that you do not have to waste your time trying to win competitions you are not prepared for.
The second thing you should keep in mind is that you should submit something that is original. Original work that fits the rules will stand out.
The judges will remember work that stands out and it will have a better opportunity of winning. In addition, do not waste time submitting photographs that are not your best work.
The best strategy is to start thinking of ideas. The first couple of ideas probably will not be original and they will likely be very obvious.
However, as you keep searching and thinking, you will come up with some original ideas that may be high enough quality to win the competition. Originality is the key to winning photograph competitions.
Another thing that you should keep in mind is that you should not waste your time entering competitions that you are not interested in. Your best work comes when you have a passion for what you are doing.
If you do not believe in the cause of the competition, do not enter. You will not put your whole self into it and you will not produce your best work.
As a result, you will probably not win and the time you spent on the competition will have been wasted. Instead, find a competition that you feel passionate about and begin coming up with ideas early.
The sooner you get started on shooting for a competition, the better your ending ideas will be. Remember to make your work and ideas original.
It is also good to keep in mind that the more impact you incorporate into your pictures, the better. Elements of impact are responsible for catching the eye.
A few examples of elements of impact include the color, shape, expression, and humor of a photo. These things tell a story and they are critical to the success of your photo in the competition.
Of course, your photographs should be well exposed, composed and in focus as well as captivating. These things show that you know how to use your equipment.
As you begin entering photo contests, it is likely that you will not win very many, if at all, in the beginning. Be patient with yourself.
Examine the winning photos and decide what elements made their photographs better than yours. Try to implement these things into your photographs for the next competition.
As you improve, you will start to win. Do not let yourself get discouraged and keep entering contests as a fun, exciting challenge.
Some competitions even have multiple parts. In these cases you may mess up in one part, but if you do well in the other areas you still may win.
It is especially important to keep going in these cases. Remember to be diverse in your photography.
Do not only enter competitions run by great photographers. Instead, enter competitions that are run by others as well.
The level of entry may be lower than the other competitions. As a result, you may have a better chance of winning these kinds of competitions.
Keep these things in mind as you enter competitions, but remember that the most important thing you do is have fun while entering. Photography should not be stressful and irritating.
Keep it a fun hobby. Enjoy capturing the beauty of the world around you.
