Photo Contest
SOUTH CAROLINA WILDLIFE FEDERATION
7th ANNUAL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
2009
Calling all amateur photographers! The SCWF is sponsoring their 7th Annual Wildlife Photography Contest. Send us your best pictures (by July 13th) capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature – in your own backyard or our backyard – that being South Carolina’s natural landscapes and creatures.
CONTEST CATEGORIES:
Carolina Critters
Did you catch that bird sifting through the upstate snow to find its meal on film? How about the shy deer venturing out in the Pee Dee field to graze? Or that Great Blue Heron wading through the swamps of the lowcountry? Enter any of these pictures (or something of the sort) in the Carolina Critters category.
Scenes of South Carolina
Maybe you’re more into capturing those gorgeous SC sunrises on the ocean or sunsets in the mountains? Or perhaps you find the early morning dew on an open field worth photographing. You might find the placement of rocks in one of SC’s many rivers to be the best photographic moment you’ve ever seen. These scenes (and many others) found in the beauty of SC’s landscapes can be entered in the Scenes of South Carolina category.
Kids In Nature
We know your kids are adorable. Send us some pictures of your kids, grandkids, neighbors, or friends enjoying nature. Capture memories of the kids playing outdoors and exploring nature - hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, gardening, canoeing, or just getting dirty! Pictures of any kids under 18 years old are eligible. A signed release form must accompany any photo contest entries that contain photographs of children. Both can be printed here.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
The Photos
No more than two photographs can be entered in each category per person. Submit color or black and white prints up to 5x7 only (please trim down if printed on a larger sheet of paper). Digital images will be accepted this year via email. Please send them to
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. Slides, negatives, and large transparencies cannot be accepted.
If you want your pictures returned, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope to fit the photographs. We will keep a digital copy on file of all photos submitted.
You, the Photographer
You must submit a contest entry form for each photo you are entering. In addition please print your name, email address, photo category, and photo title on the back of each entry. You can print a copy of the form here. Be sure to check the appropriate category on each form. Feel free to elaborate on the story surrounding the picture. We will include your picture in the Out of Doors and on our website if your picture is chosen. *Note: Contestants by their entry agree that the South Carolina Wildlife Federation may publish their images in the newsletter or use on the SCWF website for the awards or at a later date. Credits will be given when images are used. (No “Kids in Nature” photos will be used unless we specifically contact the parent or legal guardian and get direct permission.)
Eligibility
Entries must be images taken in South Carolina. Captive, domestic, and exotic species will not be considered. This contest is open to amateur photographers only. SCWF employees or board members or their immediate family members are not eligible.
Photographers must sign the entry form to be eligible and all signatures must be original. **Any photos containing people must be entered with a signed photo release form
Judging
The judges are made up of the SCWF staff and Board of Directors. Decisions of the judges are final. Notification will be sent by e-mail or US Mail after judging is complete.
Dates
Entries must be postmarked no later than July 13, 2009. Winners will be notified by the end of July. Only First, Second, and Third places will be awarded. Contest winners will be published in the next issue of Out of Doors.
Where to Send Entries
SCWF Photography Contest
C/O Sarah E. Lloyd
215 Pickens Street
Columbia, SC 29205
**Although care will be taken with submitted material, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation will not be responsible for damage or loss of photos.
Now that we've got all that straight...get out there and take some great photos! Good luck!
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