The AURA Barometer: How It Works and Why It Matters
At AURA Photo Awards, we believe in rewarding creativity and celebrating exceptional photography. The AURA Barometer plays a vital role in this mission by tracking the progress of submissions and unlocking additional rewards, including cash prizes, as specific milestones are reached.
How the Barometer Works
The Barometer is divided into stages, each corresponding to a level of submissions during the contest. As submissions increase, the Barometer advances, unlocking greater rewards. While the foundation of the contest is built on badges and certificates, the cash prizes are a special bonus that we offer as a way of further recognizing your hard work and talent.
- Stage 1: Badges, certificates, and category recognition
- Stage 2: Unlocks the first round of cash prizes
- Stage 3: Unlocks additional cash prizes, including the Photographer of the Year awards
Each stage ensures that rewards grow in alignment with the community’s participation, creating a fair and transparent system.
Why We Use the Barometer
We introduced the Barometer as a practical and responsible way to manage rewards. Unlike many contests that promise high payouts regardless of participation, we use the Barometer to align prizes with the number of submissions received. This protects us from overpromising and ensures that we can always deliver on our commitments.
By basing cash prizes on Barometer stages, we can guarantee that the contest remains sustainable while continuing to recognize and celebrate your talent. The badges and certificates form the core rewards of the contest, and the cash prizes are an additional way for us to show our appreciation.
Aura Goes the Extra Mile
It’s important to note that offering cash prizes in photography contests isn’t standard practice. However, we believe in going above and beyond to acknowledge your creativity and hard work. With over €27,500 in potential cash rewards, AURA Photo Awards is committed to making your participation worthwhile while ensuring transparency and fairness every step of the way.
Track your progress and learn more about the current stage of the Barometer here. Together, let’s unlock incredible rewards and celebrate the art of photography!