What is an entry?
An entry consists of one image or a series of images. It can also be a video for the video category. Each single entry costs $45, each series entry costs $55. (PhotoServe membership entry fees: $32 per image | $40 per series.) Student entry is $25.

How should I prepare my images for digital upload? What file format?
You should submit JPEG images saved with max quality compression with a long dimension of at least 1,000 pixels at 72 to 300 dpi.

Are there any guidelines to submit the image caption?
- Do not use all upper case.
- Do not list any caption over forty words.
- Check your spelling, facts and grammar, please take care with your captions.
- If you are uploading more then one winning image, be clear in your captions. First discribe the image, then write the caption for that specific photo.
- Very important: please take care with the titles of the people you list in your caption.

How can I submit my video?
For the video category you should simply enter a URL to your video on Youtube, Vimeo or any other website were you have your video posted.

What is an entry?
An entry consists of one image or a series of images. It can also be a video for the video category. Each single entry costs $45, each series entry costs $55. Student entry is $25.

Is there a limit to the number of entries or categories that I can enter?
No, you can enter as many as you wish to pay for.

What is a series?
A series includes multiple images that make up a cohesive related theme or story.

How many images are allowed in a series?
We allow 2-6 images per series.

How do I enter a website?
Take a screen-shot of you website and upload as the image. In the 'Caption' text field (upon image upload) include the URL.

Will there be print and online winners in each category?
Yes, PDN will awards multiple publication in print and online in every category, please see last years gallery to view how winners are displayed.

Can I enter if I live outside of the U.S.?
Definitely.

When will the winners be announced?
We will contact all winners in March 2012. We will publish the winning entries in the June 2012 issue of PDN. Please do not call us regarding the status of your entry, if you are selected, we will contact you in March.

Can I mail in a Book or Corporate Design submission?
Mailed Submission are accepted only for the PHOTO BOOKS and CORPORATE DESIGN categories. For mailed submissions, register on the website first and pay your entry fee. Include your e-mail address (your pdnphotoannual.com registered user) and contact information with the package.
Submitted materials will not be returned. All entries must be post marked before the deadline!

Can I pay by check?
Yes, make the check payable to Photo District News with a memo: Photo Annual. Use the mailing address below.

Email info@nielsencontests.com once you have mailed the check and our support team will process your order and assist you with the digital uploads.

Do you still have questions?
For additional questions contact us here.