Photojournalism Projected Image - Section Rules

This section is open to entries of any subject matter within the constraints of the general conditions of entry and the special instructions for photojournalism (see below).

  1. Entries are limited to electronic images; slides are no longer accepted.
  2. Entries are limited to a maximum of four (4) images.
  3. Images and accompanying entry information MUST be submitted using the online entry form on this Web site. CD's and email attachments are not accepted.
  4. All electronic images MUST be in jpg format and are limited to 1050 x 1050 pixels and a maximum file size of 1000kB.
  5. The digital projector is color calibrated and setup assuming the sRGB (IEC 61966-2-1) color space.

Please see our digital images FAQ if you want more details on these limits.

Acceptances in this section will be credited towards PSA's PJD star ratings.

Photojournalism Special Instructions

Photojournalism entries shall consist of images with informative content and emotional impact, including human interest, documentary, sports and spot news. The storytelling value of the image shall receive priority over pictorial quality. In the interest of credibility, PJ images must not misrepresent the truth. No situations shall be set up for the purpose of photography, and no alteration of the subject matter is allowed, including any techniques that add, combine, relocate, replace or remove any elements of the original image. No unnatural sharpening or special effect filters can be applied. Only cropping, resizing, lightening or darkening, and restoration of original color are permitted. Color images can be converted to monochrome.

Human Interest is defined as an image depicting a person or persons in an interactive, emotional or unusual situation, excluding sports action.