Dear organizers,
Dear organizers,
As a participant, I want to express my deep disappointment with the format of this contest.
The possibility of buying votes completely undermines the goal of valuing photography as art. Allowing someone to acquire thousands of votes by paying money turns this competition into a budget issue, not a merit issue.
Furthermore, the fact that voting requires users to fill out a lengthy form is unfriendly, invasive, and clearly discourages genuine voting.
This model not only discourages serious photographers, but also undermines the contest's credibility.
I hope that in future editions you reconsider this approach and prioritize transparency, fairness, and respect for the artists.
June 4, 2025
Unprompted review