ITS#PHOTO FAQ

How do I enter the competition?
It is all spelt out in the HOW TO ENTER section. Just download the How-to-Enter PDF packet and read the How to Enter section and the Entry Requirements carefully.

What do I need to send with my portfolio?
Again, it is all spelt out in the HOW TO ENTER section. So, download the How-to-Enter PDF packet and read the How to Enter section and the Entry Requirements, where it is all explained.

Can I enter even if I am not a student?
Yes, you can, as long as you can prove you have recently worked or are working as a photographer either for someone else or free lance on your own.

Where and when will the event take place?
For the ITS#PHOTO finalists, the event will take place in TRIESTE (ITALY) from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 July 2008. The ITS#PHOTO vernissage will take place on Friday 18 July 2008 at 9.00 pm.

Can I enrol in ITS#PHOTO even if I enrolled in previous editions of ITS?
Yes, you can, if you're eligible.

Can more than one person enter as a team?
Yes, they can, but they must make sure they all meet the eligibility requirements. A maximum of two people may enter one collection together. Please note that each person must fill in their own information and sign their part on the ITS pre-registration form.

What are the age restrictions for enrolment in ITS#PHOTO?
There are no age restrictions, however, eligibility is restricted to college or university students in their final year of a photography course (BA or MA), who will graduate in 2008, graduates of photography programs, who received their diploma in 2004 or later or young talents not in possession of a diploma in photography but work as photographers.

How much will it cost me to participate?
Entry is free of charge. Entrants are, however, entirely responsible for all entry-related costs, such as duplication of documents, materials, and postage.If chosen as finalists, they are also required to print the photos that will be used in the ITS#PHOTO exhibition in the size that will be specified to them.

What is the deadline to enter the competition?
All enrolling material must reach our offices by and no later than 25 March 2008.

Can I send my material for ITS#PHOTO via email in addition to or instead of by post?
No. Material will be accepted by post only. Do not send any material by email. Please package your photographs carefully, as we cannot be responsible for damaged portfolios.

What are the judging criteria?
Before being even judged, your project will be analysed to see if it adheres to the theme. If it does not it won't be considered. If it adheres to the theme then it will be judged on creativity and technical skills.

Can I attend the ITS#PHOTO exhibit?
Yes. Contact booking@itsweb.org to get a ticket after 2 May 2008, but seats are limited. Get them while they last.

Who can be part of the ITS TALENT database?
ITS TALENT contains the data of all the finalists who will participate in ITS. It started with the first edition competitors and will continue with all finalists of every consecutive edition.

How long will the competitors data remain in the database?
As long as ITS exists.

Can I send enrolling material in a format differing from A4?
Yes, but only as additional material. If you have portfolios larger than the A4 format, you will have to send us two additional photocopies an A4 format.

Is it possible to participate with less than 12 or more than 15 photos?
No, it is not.

Can one project entered include more than one style format?
Yes. A project can include more than one style.

Can I enrol more than one project in ITS#PHOTO?
No, you can not. You can enrol only one project in ITS#PHOTO.

What is the project brief for ITS#PHOTO at ITS#SEVEN?
What or who is the Other? Give us your vision and your interpretation of the Other.

Do I really need to adhere to this brief or can I just enter any set of photographs?
Well, if you want to be seriously considered for entry then yes. Projects that do not adhere to this brief will not be considered.

Can I enter ITS#PHOTO with my graduation collection?
It has to have and follow the same brief of "THE OTHER ".

How will I know the results of the pre-selections?
The results will be published promptly after pre-selections on the ITS# website. Only selected finalists will be contacted personally by EVE.

What will I have to do if I am selected?
You will receive detailed instructions shortly after the pre-selections.

Where do I send my portfolio for ITS#PHOTO?
After pre-registering online, you will need to print out your application form and include it with your complete portfolio. The last page of your entry form contains a CD label and an address label.

What if I have problems uploading my photo?
Be sure to complete the entry form in its entirety. Then, make sure that the photo is low-resolution, max 500 K and in JPEG format. If you have any problems, please call the Schools and Contestants Office at +39 040 322 0932.

What if I have problems pre-registering online?
Make sure you've filled out all the necessary fields to compete your registration.

What about my property rights?
All the photos of all the projects submitted remain the property of the applicants. Any and every time your photos are used by MINI, EVE or ITS for promotional or communication purposes, the photos will always carry the photographers credit line.

What about copyrights?
All copyrights remain that of the photographer.

What about advertising rights?
If you are chosen as a finalist, you cannot sell or receive monetary payments from any third party for the photos you enrolled in ITS#PHOTO. You can use the photos to promote yourself or your work, but you cannot receive money for those photos. MINI, EVE or ITS does not have advertising rights.