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The Portrait Project

Close on December 31, 2020
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The Portrait Project
Territory: Worldwide
Theme: Portrait - Several Categories
Eligibility: Open to all
Entry Fees: $20/image
Prize: Cash Prize
We know that many of you are seeking creative outlets during this time of isolation and want to see the compelling work you are creating. While it is not mandatory to submit images created while in quarantine, we strongly encourage you to submit what you have captured around your home environment during this time. Photographers of all backgrounds and using all formats are welcome to submit.

GRAND PRIZE / ONE WINNER
Winner will be the photograph with the highest score overall in any category.
- Featured interview on the Lucie Foundation website
- Part of Lucie Foundation Online Exhibition for competition
- Cash prize $1,000
- Sony Camera + Lens (model to be announced at a later date)
- Portfolio Review with Jacqueline Tobin, RangeFinder Magazine
- Two (2) tickets to Lucie Awards 2021
- Pick of one (1) Lucie Honoree Poster (signed edition)

CATEGORY WINNERS / 4 WINNERS
Winners will be the highest score in the remaining categories. Categories remaining will depend on Grand Prize winner.
- Part of Lucie Foundation Online Exhibition for competition
- Cash prize $250.00
- One (1) ticket to Lucie Awards 2021
- Pick of one (1) Lucie Honoree poster (signed edition)
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