Now that spring has sprung, it’s the perfect time for photography enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to capture the beauty of the Macarthur region and enter the Macarthur Nature Photography Competition, before it closes on Friday, September 25.
Hosted by the three Macarthur councils – Campbelltown, Camden and Wollondilly – the competition aims to raise awareness of the region’s pristine and unique environmental landscape. Competition themes include Waterways, Flora and Fauna, Nature Up Close and Environmental Impact, with two age categories of Young People (15 years and under) and Open (16 years and over).
For the next generation of photographers, the Nature Snap category calls for images taken on a smart phone, tablet or iPod, with simple online entry making it the perfect way to share your favourite shots.
Mayor of Campbelltown, Cr Paul Lake, said that with more than $4,000 worth of prizes on offer, the competition was a great incentive for residents to pick up their camera and start snapping.
[social_quote duplicate=”no” align=”default”]“The Macarthur region is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, and many picturesque locations. This competition is a great excuse to explore the area and appreciate the wonder of nature,’’ says Cr Lake.[/social_quote]
“It’s also a great way to showcase your skills and share your work with other nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.”
A testament to the growing popularity of the contest, the largest shopping centre in the region, Macarthur Square, has come on board to exhibit entries across level three of the centre, from Monday, October 19 to Sunday, November 1.
Entrants, along with anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature, are invited to visit the exhibition – which will be the only chance to see all of the entries on display at once.
Winners will be announced at a special awards night, to be held at Campbelltown Performing Arts High School on Wednesday, November 4.
TV celebrity, Costa Georgiadis from ABC’s Gardening Australia, will be the guest speaker.
The awards night also provides the opportunity for people to select their favourite image from a shortlist of entries. The most popularly voted image will win the People’s Choice Award, which this year is a $300 prize, sponsored by Macarthur Camera House.
The competition closes at 4pm on Friday, September 25. Entries can be submitted online, with a $10 fee per image to cover printing and mounting (excluding Nature Snap category), or entrants can print and mount their own photograph and submit it at their local council.
To enter, or for more information on award categories, prizes and judging criteria, visit the website.
