Saturday, July 20, 2013

2014 Photography Guidelines


Here are the guidelines for the 2013-2014 Photography Project.  There have been some changes, so please read them carefully.  :-) Some great resources have also been added to the website this year, so I am including the links to those in this post.

WHAT IS THE PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT?
 
The photography project encourages self-expression and teaches proper use of photographic equipment and developing processes. photography provides opportunities for career exploration and promoting 4-H.
 
Photography is also one of the less expensive projects in 4-H, and it's A LOT of fun.  Grab your friends and lets all learn how to take some fantastic photos!
 
I am also working on a "location workshop" for early September.  More info on that will be coming very soon.   

 
On Your Own


 
 


Saturday, July 13, 2013

East Texas State Fair Photography Contest

The East Texas State Fair will be held September 20th - 29th.   Entries into the Photography Competition will be accepted August 26-30 and September 3, 2013, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the ETSF Office at 2112 W. Front Street  Visit the their website for more details and submission forms.  Parents, you can enter this one too!! 



  • 12 Years and Younger
  • 13 to 18 Years
  • 19 to 39 Years
  • 40 to 59 Years
  • Age 60 and Over
  • Professionals:
Subject Categories:
Fine Art:
Still life, floral, architectural details, interpretive environmental portraits, line/form/texture
Landscape:
The natural scene and the rural or urban cityscape
Human Interest:
People, pets, action, human condition
Nature:
Wildlife and plant life found in nature
Digital Manipulation/Photo Restoration:
Must be accompanied by an approximate 4 x 6 copy of the original photo(s)
 
Rules:
  • A single competitor may enter a total of 10 photos.
  • Photos may be color or black & white.
  • Photos must be at least 10 inches in height or width, but no larger than 11x14 inches.
  • All entries must be mounted on 11x14 size mount board for display purposes.  Mount board should be no less than 1/16 inch or greater than 3/16 inch thickness.  Do NOT mount on construction paper or poster board.
  • Photos may be matted, but must be mounted on backing board.
  • Photo frames will not be accepted.
  • No previously entered photos at the ETSF will be accepted.
  • Entries that have been entered in other fairs or competitions will be accepted.
  • Judges and ETSF staff reserve the right to decide which photos, if any, will not be displayed.
  • ETSF will not be responsible for any damage to photos or loss of photos displayed.
  • Exhibitor must register in the appropriate amateur age group or as a professional.
 
Premiums:
Best of Show: $50
1st Place in category: $25
2nd Place in category: $15
3rd Place in category: $5
No premium paid for Best of Age Group
Premiums will be paid during the designated time period ONLY and will not be paid after that time.
 
 



  

 

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to David Wingard who received 3 blue ribbons and a red ribbon for his entries to the 4-H State Competition.  :-)




Animal- Wildlife - Blue Ribbon  ( David was particularly happy with this one, because it received a score of 96 out of a possible 100)

Darkroom - Red Ribbon

Details/Macro - Blue Ribbon

People - Blue Ribbon

Friday, May 17, 2013

Tomato Fest Photo Contest

Are you planning to attend the 2013 Tomato Fest on June 8th in downtown Jacksonville?  If so, take your camera along.  :-)  

 Show off your photography skills at the annual Tomato Fest in downtown Jacksonville (Commerce/Austin Streets) Submit photos that you feel best represents Tomato Fest for a creative competition! (Please limit entries to 10 photos per photographer.)

RULES:


1. For amateurs and professional photographers -- NO entry fee!


2. Please submit photos on a CD in high resolution 300dpi digital form.


3. The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce & Superior Health Plan have usage rights to all photos submitted.


4. The photos will receive recognition if used.
Submission Date: Friday, June 14, 2013 by 5 p.m.
Drop off CDs at the Chamber office, 526 E. Commerce St., Jacksonville, TX


The winners will be posted on the Jacksonville Chamber’s website and Facebook



Visit the website for the entry form.  It is found on the left side of the website.

Saturday, May 4, 2013

Results of the D-5 4-H Photography Contest

We had two members  from Cherokee County participate in the 4-H District Photography contest.  

Lacey Bivens, a Junior with Lookout 4-H Club, had two photos place in the top 5 for her division and categories.   Her entry into the "Animal-Domestic" placed 4th, and her entry into "People" placed 5th.  This is Lacey's first year in 4-H.



David Wingard, a Senior with Lookout 4-H Club also had two of his photos place in the top 5.  His entry into this year's "Theme" Category placed 5th.  This year's theme is " Holidays in Texas."  He also placed 2nd in the "People" category with his B&W photo of Lacey Bivens.  :-)





We are very proud of both David and Lacey for representing Cherokee County so well.  :-)   David also entered the 4-H State photography competition.  He will know the results in June. 

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Photography Workshop

Registration for The Art Behind the Career Photography Workshop is now open! It is LIMITED TO THE FIRST 100 people and registration is filling up fast!

DO NOT WAIT TO REGISTER!!!!
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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Deadline for State Photography Competition

The deadline for the 4-H State Photography Competition is TOMORROW, April 15th.   The following categories are still open:

 ANIMALS - DOMESTIC
  CATCH-ALL

DOMINANT COLOR

ELEMENTS OF DESIGN

FOOD

MARINE/AQUATIC

NATURE & LANDSCAPE


NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY

PLANT/FLORA

STORYBOARD

THEME - Holidays in Texas


If you would like to enter, please check with me first to make sure no one else has chosen that category.  We do not want to accidentally enter two in the same category and disqualify one another.  

Please, check the rules and guidelines for information about how to enter the photos properly.    Don't forget to register with 4-H Online as well.