Apply to compete in the first-ever
Competition at shutterfest 2026
"Hey Siri - Set timer. 10 Minutes"
You've seen the
hit youtube series.
Just 10 minutes to
create your best shot.
But do you Think you've
got what it takes to win...
Live?
We’re selecting five photographers to go head-to-head on Creator Series LIVE on Tuesday, April 7th in the Creator Lab at ShutterFest 2026. We’re looking for people to show up with skills, confidence, and the ability to perform under pressure. If selected, you will have just 10 minutes to create your best straight-out-of-camera image to be judged by Sal and two other ShutterFest instructors. The top scoring image wins.
When:
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
4:30PM – 6:30PM
Where:
The Creator Lab at ShutterFest 2026
The Details
Application Guidelines
To enter, you’ll need to submit a video. The details matter.
Your video must be 90 seconds or less. Not 91. If it goes over, it’s disqualified. Part of this competition is following direction and performing under constraints.
We don’t want a cinematic montage. We don’t need a music video. We want to hear from you. Tell us who you are. Tell us why you belong in this competition. Tell us what makes your work different. This event is live, fast-paced, and competitive. If you can’t hold our attention for 90 seconds on video, it’s going to be a long 10 minutes with everyone watching you.
Let your personality show. This isn’t about being polished. It’s about being YOU. We want to see how you think, how you communicate, and how you transform on camera. That’s what makes this fun.
Submit your video by March 23, 2026. No extensions. If you want it, make it happen.
If you’re selected, you’ll compete live at ShutterFest in front of our community, our judges, and a whole lot of photographers who would love to be in your shoes.
The Prizes
One C12 Auto Stnad
A $160 Value
Six-Month War Room Subscription
A $594 Value
One 16"x20" Photographic Print
One Thin Wrap in 20"x20" or 16"x24"
One 8x15 Backdrop of your choice
An $860 Value
One Standard Annual Plan
A $240 Value
One ShutterFest 2027 General Registration & SF+ Bundle Ticket
A $698 Value
One Metal Wall Corner System OR One Pole Corner System
Up To A $409 Value
One Westcott Fusion, One Westcott FJ80 II, One Float Mount Light Stand Hanger Kit, and One Float Mount arm kit
A $757 Value
The Judges
Are you ready?
Apply now for a chance to compete Live.
The winner will walk away with over $2500 in prizes. This is your shot. Show us what you got!