How do I submit using the Picter platform?
Please watch the following tutorial from one of our co-founders, Tristan Shouldice, for submission tips when navigating the Picter platform...
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Do I have to log in to enter?
Yes. We now use Picter to manage all submissions. Photographs sent by email, social media direct messages or any other...Do I still need myDFA account on the Documentary Family Awards website?
Yes. This account is used to manage your award profile where you can upload a bio photo, add a written...Is there a description for each category?
Yes! Please read more about category-specific rules and definitions here: documentaryfamilyawards.com/open-categories/Is there a special definition of “family?”
We consider the definition of family to be as broad as you wish. Subjects in the photographs entered can be...Can I submit photos at separate times or does it have to be all at once?
We highly recommend submitting all of your entries at once. With the Picter submission system, you can now upload and...Do you send a confirmation email after a submission?
Yes, you will receive an automatic email confirming you have submitted and that your photos have been received for consideration....I did not receive a confirmation email, does this mean that the photos haven’t been submitted?
You should receive a confirmation email after successfully paying for your entries. Please log into your Picter account to verify...If my submitted photo matches multiple categories, will it be judged in all relevant categories?
Each photo submitted will only be judged in the one category you select. You can’t submit one photo to multiple...Can I submit the same photo multiple times?
You can only submit a photo once in any given award cycle. If the photo does not place, you can...Can a Business or Studio submit a photo under a business name?
Every submission needs to be submitted under one individual’s name, that of the photographer who took the photo(s). If you...Is cropping, straightening or lens correction allowed?
Cropping, straightening and lens correction done minimally is allowed. If your photo has been cropped significantly or a major noticeable...Can I submit any aspect ratio? Such as a square photo or 6×7?
Yes, we accept any aspect ratio.Can I use presets to tone/edit my photos?
We prefer to see photos that have traditional toning techniques applied such as contrast, curves, color balance, dodging and burning....Can I submit a double exposure?
No, even if it is done in camera, we do not accept double exposures.When will I receive access to the recording of the judging?
After the live stream is over, the replay will be available for 24 hours on our website. After that, it...Is there an award badge for finalists?
A Digital Award Badge for all winners and honorable mentions will be given for use on your website or social...Can I submit if I’m under 18 years old?
All categories are open to photographers of any age and submissions can be made on Picter. How to Submit as...Why is my voucher code not working?
The code may be expired or entered incorrectly. Please contact DFA directly to ensure you have an active and current...Why can’t I submit a photo?
If you are unable to submit through Picter or receiving an error, the award cycle is likely closed. Please visit...How do I find out when the next award cycle opens?
Please visit the DFA website and go to the “Call For Entries” section for information on when the next award...
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