What is the judging criteria for the awards?
Judges will be making decisions based on: Adherence to category-specific rules Originality Strength of voice or point of view Intentionality...
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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...What is the judging process? Is there a preliminary elimination for each series?
All awarded images go through two panels of esteemed judges. In the preliminary round, a selected panel of guest judges...How does live judging work?
All judges will be on the live stream and the photos that made it to the final round will be...Will I receive an email with a link to watch the judging process?
Everyone who has submitted an entry will receive an email with information about where to watch. A full schedule of...Is there a replay to the live-stream of the awards?
Yes, the replay will stay up for 24 hours. After that, it will be added to our archive and you...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...When will the winners be announced?
All award winners, honorable mentions and finalists will be notified after the awards about their submissions making it through, as...How many award cycles are there and when do they take place?
There are two award cycles each year, one in the spring and another during the fall. Please visit our website...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...How do I access the live-stream judging videos?
When the live-stream judging dates are set for each award cycle, the full schedule of events is updated is available...