Photographic Competition Rules
1. Photos may be taken using a regular film or digital camera.
2. No computer effects, please. Photos must be in colour
3. Contestants may submit only one entry per class
4. Photos must have been taken by the entrant
5. Photos must have been taken in the previous 24 months
6. Photos may be entered only if they have not been entered in a previous show
7. Photo submissions are restricted to prints with a maximum size of 5" X 7" Must be printed on photo paper
8. Photos should be mounted on appropriate background matting: not to exceed the size of the photo by more than one inch on all sides
9. Judging is based on :
- Artistic content: 60%
- Horticultural Interest : 20%
- Photography skills: 20%
2. No computer effects, please. Photos must be in colour
3. Contestants may submit only one entry per class
4. Photos must have been taken by the entrant
5. Photos must have been taken in the previous 24 months
6. Photos may be entered only if they have not been entered in a previous show
7. Photo submissions are restricted to prints with a maximum size of 5" X 7" Must be printed on photo paper
8. Photos should be mounted on appropriate background matting: not to exceed the size of the photo by more than one inch on all sides
9. Judging is based on :
- Artistic content: 60%
- Horticultural Interest : 20%
- Photography skills: 20%
Hints/Suggestions
1. Get the detail (e.g. a single bloom may be more impressive than an entire field of flowers.
2. Pay attention to composition - avoid clashing colours or objects. Use structures like trellises to frame subjects. Pull viewer in with leading lines e.g. a path, hedge or fence. Avoid unwanted clutter in your picture. Avoid imperfections e.g. damaged leaves.
3. Avoid harsh sunlight. Try different times or day or an overcast day.
4. Garden photos usually look best in a horizontal format.
5. Incorporate creativity or movement in your photos.
2. Pay attention to composition - avoid clashing colours or objects. Use structures like trellises to frame subjects. Pull viewer in with leading lines e.g. a path, hedge or fence. Avoid unwanted clutter in your picture. Avoid imperfections e.g. damaged leaves.
3. Avoid harsh sunlight. Try different times or day or an overcast day.
4. Garden photos usually look best in a horizontal format.
5. Incorporate creativity or movement in your photos.
