In an age where Photoshop users routinely manipulate photographs to perfection, the thought-provoking depth and artistic value of imperfect "reality" images is often lost.
Now, thanks to FotoMuse ($2.99 in the Apple App Store), anyone with an iPhone can infuse snapshots with artistic depth in just a few simple steps.
"With FotoMuse, we've created a new category in photography - where street glamour meets fine art via the iPhone," said photographer and fitness expert Kris Gebhardt, who developed the app in partnership with WebUrban LLC. Gebhardt initially used his iPhone when an unexpected camera jam threatened to ruin a photo shoot, but he now regularly takes fashion, glamour, beauty, and figure shots with the mobile device. "It allows me to quickly capture real time and unrehearsed moments, without having to lug studio equipment around, pay staff, and deal with the ruckus of a shoot production," he said.
In FotoMuse, Gebhardt's signature effects - grunge, uneven borders, scratches, light leaks, toner stains, bleach, and overlays - are provided to iPhone users so they can apply them to their own images.
The result? Both publishers and hobbyists are transforming photographs into fine art.
Gebhardt notes that online publishers are weary of using the tired images found on stock photography sites. "Online editors and webmasters are embracing FotoMuse's unique filters, borders, and fine art effects to create eye-catching images that pop off of a web page and differentiate their sites from those of their competitors," he said. "They can literally snap a picture, edit it, and upload it in about five minutes."
But it was the reaction from amateur photographers that took Gebhardt by surprise. "When we built the app, we'd assumed that picture resolution was inconsequential, since most people would want to email their photos," he said. "We couldn't have been more wrong. It turns out that FotoMuse users want to print, frame, and hang their images on the wall." As a result, FotoMuse's upcoming release will include a high-resolution option that brings iPhone snaps to life.
Gebhardt is thrilled that both publishers and amateur photographers are using FotoMuse to its full advantage. "So-called 'imperfect' photographs are much more visually interesting than stock images or those that have been Photoshopped to perfection," he said. "I'm glad that FotoMuse is helping to infuse an artistic edge into personal snapshots, and that it's giving online publishers an easy-to-use tool to create visual interest on their websites."
Monday, September 28, 2009
Travel Photo Contest 2009 by Open Travel
Open Travel announces the first edition of its travel photography contest, where visitors to Opentravel.com - at least 18 years of age and planet Earth residents - will have the opportunity to upload and share their works with other traveling and photography aficionados.
While the core idea of photography is not about competing, but rather about capturing the infinitely diverse beauty of the world and the satisfaction that comes from unveiling this to others, Open Travel has prepared two fantastic cash prizes in the amount of $1000 and $500 for Best Travel Photo and People's Choice Best Travel Photo respectively.
As of September 21, 2009 participants are invited to upload unlimited photos taken during their voyages throughout the world, be it a weekend outing to the French countryside, a holiday in the Caribbean, a shopping spree at a souq in Morocco, or an African safari. Focus your cameras on just about anything you feel worthwhile.
Photo submissions will be accepted at http://opentravel.com/photo_contest until October 23, 2009. From the pool of all submitted photographs, a panel of experts will choose one that excels in terms of photographic quality and the extent to which it captures the essence of a travel experience, place or event. Additionally, a separate prize will be awarded for the photograph that is voted best by the users. Winning photos will be featured on http://www.opentravel.com/
While the core idea of photography is not about competing, but rather about capturing the infinitely diverse beauty of the world and the satisfaction that comes from unveiling this to others, Open Travel has prepared two fantastic cash prizes in the amount of $1000 and $500 for Best Travel Photo and People's Choice Best Travel Photo respectively.
As of September 21, 2009 participants are invited to upload unlimited photos taken during their voyages throughout the world, be it a weekend outing to the French countryside, a holiday in the Caribbean, a shopping spree at a souq in Morocco, or an African safari. Focus your cameras on just about anything you feel worthwhile.
Photo submissions will be accepted at http://opentravel.com/photo_contest until October 23, 2009. From the pool of all submitted photographs, a panel of experts will choose one that excels in terms of photographic quality and the extent to which it captures the essence of a travel experience, place or event. Additionally, a separate prize will be awarded for the photograph that is voted best by the users. Winning photos will be featured on http://www.opentravel.com/
Monday, September 21, 2009
Photographers Invited To Submit Favorite Ontario Photos
Copp Communications, a marketing agency in Waterloo, is looking for photo submissions for a high quality calendar that celebrates the beauty of Ontario, Canada.
This is the fourth year that Copp Communications has created a calendar on behalf of one of their clients. However this year it was decided to release an open call for photo submissions to both professional and amateur photographers across Ontario.
Photographers featured in the calendar will receive payment, credit for their photo, and will be acknowledged with a brief bio and web address on the contribution page, included in the calendar. Approximately 7,000 copies of the calendar will be printed and distributed to businesses across Ontario.
"We have received great feedback from photographers who have contributed to past calendars, and we are really looking forward to seeing the photo submissions we receive this year", says Chris Copp, Director of Creative and Consulting.
Copp Communications is looking for photos from anywhere in Ontario; however, there is a particular need for photos specifically from Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Hamilton, Barrie, York Region, Peterborough, Ottawa, Cornwall and surrounding areas of Ontario. Photos from these geographic areas will be given first priority.
The photo submission deadline is October 8, 2009. The selection process will occur at the end of October. Only photographers whose photos have been selected will be contacted.
Deadline for photos is October 8, 2009
Requirements:
* Beautiful, striking nature shots with a sense of place in Ontario
* Looking for wide range of seasonal shots
* Photos must be horizontal
* Maximum submission 6 photos per photographer
* Please include the location of each photo
* Low resolution jpeg photos no bigger than 500kb
Submission Instructions:
* Please title your subject line: Photo Submission for Calendar
* Please email photos to calendar@coppcomm.ca
Please feel free to visit www.coppcomm.ca/calendar to see a PDF version of last year's calendar.
This is the fourth year that Copp Communications has created a calendar on behalf of one of their clients. However this year it was decided to release an open call for photo submissions to both professional and amateur photographers across Ontario.
Photographers featured in the calendar will receive payment, credit for their photo, and will be acknowledged with a brief bio and web address on the contribution page, included in the calendar. Approximately 7,000 copies of the calendar will be printed and distributed to businesses across Ontario.
"We have received great feedback from photographers who have contributed to past calendars, and we are really looking forward to seeing the photo submissions we receive this year", says Chris Copp, Director of Creative and Consulting.
Copp Communications is looking for photos from anywhere in Ontario; however, there is a particular need for photos specifically from Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Hamilton, Barrie, York Region, Peterborough, Ottawa, Cornwall and surrounding areas of Ontario. Photos from these geographic areas will be given first priority.
The photo submission deadline is October 8, 2009. The selection process will occur at the end of October. Only photographers whose photos have been selected will be contacted.
Deadline for photos is October 8, 2009
Requirements:
* Beautiful, striking nature shots with a sense of place in Ontario
* Looking for wide range of seasonal shots
* Photos must be horizontal
* Maximum submission 6 photos per photographer
* Please include the location of each photo
* Low resolution jpeg photos no bigger than 500kb
Submission Instructions:
* Please title your subject line: Photo Submission for Calendar
* Please email photos to calendar@coppcomm.ca
Please feel free to visit www.coppcomm.ca/calendar to see a PDF version of last year's calendar.
BC Council for Families Announces Online Family Photo Competition
No one knows how to have fun like your family! Now, you could even win a prize for it.
This fall, to celebrate Canada's National Family Week, October 5 - 11, 2009, the BC Council for Families is inviting families to show off their fun side with the I Love My Family Online Photo Competition. The Council will be giving away great prizes for the best photos of family fun. To enter, all you need is a photo of your family and a 100-word story telling us what fun means in your family.
"We want to celebrate the incredible diversity of families in BC. Every family is different, but every family is built on love," said Glenn Hope, Executive Director of the BC Council for Families. "This contest is a chance for everyone to share what makes their family unique and wonderful. Families are all about caring for one another, spending time together, and having fun. We're looking forward to some terrific photos and stories of family fun!"
Each day during National Family Week, one winning photo will be chosen by the BC Council for Families as a great example of why We Love Families. The grand-prize winner will be announced in November. The deadline to enter is October 16, 2009. For complete details, visit http://www.bccf.bc.ca/. Join us on Facebook to enter your family fun photos today.
"This is a great time to encourage everyone in BC to enjoy the simple things in life," said Hope. "Having fun with family can be as simple as sharing a joke or taking a walk. That's what makes it so wonderful."
This fall, to celebrate Canada's National Family Week, October 5 - 11, 2009, the BC Council for Families is inviting families to show off their fun side with the I Love My Family Online Photo Competition. The Council will be giving away great prizes for the best photos of family fun. To enter, all you need is a photo of your family and a 100-word story telling us what fun means in your family.
"We want to celebrate the incredible diversity of families in BC. Every family is different, but every family is built on love," said Glenn Hope, Executive Director of the BC Council for Families. "This contest is a chance for everyone to share what makes their family unique and wonderful. Families are all about caring for one another, spending time together, and having fun. We're looking forward to some terrific photos and stories of family fun!"
Each day during National Family Week, one winning photo will be chosen by the BC Council for Families as a great example of why We Love Families. The grand-prize winner will be announced in November. The deadline to enter is October 16, 2009. For complete details, visit http://www.bccf.bc.ca/. Join us on Facebook to enter your family fun photos today.
"This is a great time to encourage everyone in BC to enjoy the simple things in life," said Hope. "Having fun with family can be as simple as sharing a joke or taking a walk. That's what makes it so wonderful."
"Show Us Your National Parks" Photo Contest
From September 1st through September 30th, visitors to Fodors.com will have the opportunity to upload and share their favorite photos and experiences of America's National Parks with other travelers. Ten winners will receive a copy of The National Parks by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns as well as a Fodor's guide of their choice. Photographs will be considered for inclusion in upcoming editions of Fodor's National Parks guides and all winning photos will be featured in an online gallery at http://www.fodors.com/.
Said Tim Jarrell, Publisher, Fodor's, "With bigger-than-life panoramas, bubbling mud pots, shooting geysers, raging rivers, black bears, big horn sheep, and spectacular flora and fauna that barely scrape the surface of offerings, the National Parks are a photographer's delight. We are excited to see these sites through the eyes of our travelers."
Photo submissions will be accepted at http://www.fodors.com/ through September 30th, 2009. Fodor's has previously run photo contests for Ireland, Argentina, Turkey, Israel, Maryland, New Mexico, Costa Rica, California, Florida, and Alaska. Winning photos from these contests can be seen on http://www.Fodors.com .
Said Tim Jarrell, Publisher, Fodor's, "With bigger-than-life panoramas, bubbling mud pots, shooting geysers, raging rivers, black bears, big horn sheep, and spectacular flora and fauna that barely scrape the surface of offerings, the National Parks are a photographer's delight. We are excited to see these sites through the eyes of our travelers."
Photo submissions will be accepted at http://www.fodors.com/ through September 30th, 2009. Fodor's has previously run photo contests for Ireland, Argentina, Turkey, Israel, Maryland, New Mexico, Costa Rica, California, Florida, and Alaska. Winning photos from these contests can be seen on http://www.Fodors.com .
Monday, September 14, 2009
Student Photography Competition
Sony is once again working with the Advertising & Illustrative Photographers Association to run the Sony / AIPA Assistant & Student Photography Competition.
The annual competition aims to encourage photographic excellence and originality amongst up and coming photographers.
To qualify for entry, candidates must either be a photographer's assistant or a photography student currently enrolled at a recognised tertiary institution anywhere in New Zealand.
Sony and the AIPA invite interested photographers to visit www.aipa.org.nz to download an entry form with submission guidelines and competition terms. Submissions will be judged by a panel of photo industry professionals including Sony New Zealand's Marketing Manager for Digital Imaging Products Sam Williams and AIPA's Executive Director, Aaron K.
Prizes include a top-of-the-line Sony Alpha 850 D-SLR camera and lens kit for the winning photographer's assistant and a Sony Alpha A380 for the winning student.
Last year's competition had a number of high caliber entries making it a difficult task for the judging panel. Photographers assistant Kristian Frires was named the winner of the assistant category with his striking series of photographs of cataracts patients from the Solomon Islands.
Rebekah Robinson was named the winning student. Her portfolio consisted of a series of seven well considered and beautifully captured images that cleverly revealed the care given to domestic pets.
This year Sony and the AIPA expect the quality of entries to be just as high and both organisations are excited to see the talent entering the industry.
"We see a great synergy between Sony Alpha and the AIPA and we are proud to be supporting the competition once again" said Sam Williams.
"I am particularly excited to see all the entries as I know there is some great talent out there."
AIPA's Executive Director Aaron K is equally excited. "It's great that we can work with an organisation like Sony to encourage and promote emerging talent in the industry. This competition is unique in that it allows us to reward outstanding photographic achievement while also better educating young image-makers about the profession itself."
Entries for the competition open on 7 September and winners will be announced on 23 November.
The annual competition aims to encourage photographic excellence and originality amongst up and coming photographers.
To qualify for entry, candidates must either be a photographer's assistant or a photography student currently enrolled at a recognised tertiary institution anywhere in New Zealand.
Sony and the AIPA invite interested photographers to visit www.aipa.org.nz to download an entry form with submission guidelines and competition terms. Submissions will be judged by a panel of photo industry professionals including Sony New Zealand's Marketing Manager for Digital Imaging Products Sam Williams and AIPA's Executive Director, Aaron K.
Prizes include a top-of-the-line Sony Alpha 850 D-SLR camera and lens kit for the winning photographer's assistant and a Sony Alpha A380 for the winning student.
Last year's competition had a number of high caliber entries making it a difficult task for the judging panel. Photographers assistant Kristian Frires was named the winner of the assistant category with his striking series of photographs of cataracts patients from the Solomon Islands.
Rebekah Robinson was named the winning student. Her portfolio consisted of a series of seven well considered and beautifully captured images that cleverly revealed the care given to domestic pets.
This year Sony and the AIPA expect the quality of entries to be just as high and both organisations are excited to see the talent entering the industry.
"We see a great synergy between Sony Alpha and the AIPA and we are proud to be supporting the competition once again" said Sam Williams.
"I am particularly excited to see all the entries as I know there is some great talent out there."
AIPA's Executive Director Aaron K is equally excited. "It's great that we can work with an organisation like Sony to encourage and promote emerging talent in the industry. This competition is unique in that it allows us to reward outstanding photographic achievement while also better educating young image-makers about the profession itself."
Entries for the competition open on 7 September and winners will be announced on 23 November.
ILFORD Photo Kicks Off Film Photography Competition
Calling all ILFORD PHOTO enthusiasts. HARMAN technology - the company behind the traditional black and white photography brand, ILFORD PHOTO - is delighted to announce the launch of a new photographic competition that gives you the chance to see one of your images on the front of the iconic ILFORD PHOTO box.
The "Image on a Box Photographic Competition 2009 – North America" is open to all residents of USA and Canada. Entries must be shot on ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional film and printed on any ILFORD black and white photographic paper. The closing date for the competition is June 30, 2010.
Entries have to be submitted under one theme: 'Fine Art'. Arguably a very broad and interesting category, HARMAN technology is excited to see entrants’ interpretation of the theme. As Steven Brierley, HARMAN’s President of Marketing explains:
“There are countless definitions as to what exactly constitutes 'Fine Art' photography and the debate periodically rages within the photographic fraternity and website forums. Some say it is 'art for art's sake'. Some say it is a one-off staged composition or is simply an expression of beauty. There is also a school of thought that believes it is a combination of things: original composition, technical skill, artistic interpretation and the quality of the photographic products used to capture the image.”
"With that in mind our ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional film competition is quite simply themed 'Fine Art'. We are hoping this will inspire the many fine photographers out there to present their own interpretation on this often discussed genre and that it will add to the general debate."
HARMAN technology has launched special promotional packs of ILFORD MULTIGRADE IV RC Paper to include two free ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional films. These promotional packs, available while stocks last, act as an incentive to get potential entrants looking for image opportunities to then have a chance to win one of three prizes:
First Prize
US $1000 worth of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
The winning image will be printed on the iconic ILFORD PHOTO box.
The winner will also receive a silver gelatin fine art mounted print of their image.
Second Prize
US $500 of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
Third Prize
US $250 of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
For further information on the ‘Image on a Box Photographic Competition' visit http://www.ilfordphoto.com/imageonaboxna09
The "Image on a Box Photographic Competition 2009 – North America" is open to all residents of USA and Canada. Entries must be shot on ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional film and printed on any ILFORD black and white photographic paper. The closing date for the competition is June 30, 2010.
Entries have to be submitted under one theme: 'Fine Art'. Arguably a very broad and interesting category, HARMAN technology is excited to see entrants’ interpretation of the theme. As Steven Brierley, HARMAN’s President of Marketing explains:
“There are countless definitions as to what exactly constitutes 'Fine Art' photography and the debate periodically rages within the photographic fraternity and website forums. Some say it is 'art for art's sake'. Some say it is a one-off staged composition or is simply an expression of beauty. There is also a school of thought that believes it is a combination of things: original composition, technical skill, artistic interpretation and the quality of the photographic products used to capture the image.”
"With that in mind our ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional film competition is quite simply themed 'Fine Art'. We are hoping this will inspire the many fine photographers out there to present their own interpretation on this often discussed genre and that it will add to the general debate."
HARMAN technology has launched special promotional packs of ILFORD MULTIGRADE IV RC Paper to include two free ILFORD DELTA 400 Professional films. These promotional packs, available while stocks last, act as an incentive to get potential entrants looking for image opportunities to then have a chance to win one of three prizes:
First Prize
US $1000 worth of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
The winning image will be printed on the iconic ILFORD PHOTO box.
The winner will also receive a silver gelatin fine art mounted print of their image.
Second Prize
US $500 of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
Third Prize
US $250 of ILFORD PHOTO black and white products
For further information on the ‘Image on a Box Photographic Competition' visit http://www.ilfordphoto.com/imageonaboxna09
Developing Skills Through Photographic Storytelling at the Yellin Center
Everyone can take photographs and develop "visual" literacy. With the camera as the technological tool of choice in the 21st Century, students can capture what they see and imagine and describe their photographs in their own words too.
The process in the workshop Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams, taught by professional photographer and teaching artist Roberta Fineberg, is a simple one: write, shoot, write; and then begin again. Kids are encouraged to retain their natural sense of play to build upon their strengths so that they can share their lives with others through words (narrative) and images (point of view). Effectively using two languages of imagination, photography and writing, participants learn through art education to communicate emotionally, visually, orally, and in writing; mastering even more complex learning skills.
Ms Fineberg believes that "getting personal--creating a space in which students are comfortable with the realities of their lives, problems, worries, fears, hopes, and dreams"--positively affects the learning process. With a focus equally on task completion, the final project is a professionally designed and printed group book of participants’ writing and photography. "Readers of the group book ultimately bear witness to the world that tweens and teens inhabit," says Fineberg, "fortuitous eyewitnesses to kids' dreams and plans for the future."
Roberta Fineberg is an award-winning photographer, published writer and author, and teaching artist based in New York City. Her interdisciplinary workshops include: Literacy through Photography (LTP), ESL through Photography, Autobiography through Photography (her creation), and signature program, Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams.
The 6-week workshop for kids, Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams is being offered on Wednesdays from 3:45-5:15, beginning Sept. 30 at The Yellin Center for Student Success (104 West 29th St., 12th fl, NYC 10001). For more information, please call: 646.775.6646.
The process in the workshop Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams, taught by professional photographer and teaching artist Roberta Fineberg, is a simple one: write, shoot, write; and then begin again. Kids are encouraged to retain their natural sense of play to build upon their strengths so that they can share their lives with others through words (narrative) and images (point of view). Effectively using two languages of imagination, photography and writing, participants learn through art education to communicate emotionally, visually, orally, and in writing; mastering even more complex learning skills.
Ms Fineberg believes that "getting personal--creating a space in which students are comfortable with the realities of their lives, problems, worries, fears, hopes, and dreams"--positively affects the learning process. With a focus equally on task completion, the final project is a professionally designed and printed group book of participants’ writing and photography. "Readers of the group book ultimately bear witness to the world that tweens and teens inhabit," says Fineberg, "fortuitous eyewitnesses to kids' dreams and plans for the future."
Roberta Fineberg is an award-winning photographer, published writer and author, and teaching artist based in New York City. Her interdisciplinary workshops include: Literacy through Photography (LTP), ESL through Photography, Autobiography through Photography (her creation), and signature program, Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams.
The 6-week workshop for kids, Myself, My Family, My Community, My Dreams is being offered on Wednesdays from 3:45-5:15, beginning Sept. 30 at The Yellin Center for Student Success (104 West 29th St., 12th fl, NYC 10001). For more information, please call: 646.775.6646.
Monday, September 7, 2009
"Show Us Your National Parks" Photo Contest
Fodor's Travel and Knopf announced the co-sponsorship of a travel photography contest, "Show Us Your National Parks."
From September 1st through September 30th, visitors to Fodors.com will have the opportunity to upload and share their favorite photos and experiences of America's National Parks with other travelers. Ten winners will receive a copy of The National Parks by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns as well as a Fodor's guide of their choice. Photographs will be considered for inclusion in upcoming editions of Fodor's National Parks guides and all winning photos will be featured in an online gallery at www.Fodors.com.
Said Tim Jarrell, Publisher, Fodor's, "With bigger-than-life panoramas, bubbling mud pots, shooting geysers, raging rivers, black bears, big horn sheep, and spectacular flora and fauna that barely scrape the surface of offerings, the National Parks are a photographer's delight. We are excited to see these sites through the eyes of our travelers."
Photo submissions will be accepted at www.Fodors.com through September 30th, 2009. Fodor's has previously run photo contests for Ireland, Argentina, Turkey, Israel, Maryland, New Mexico, Costa Rica, California, Florida, and Alaska. Winning photos from these contests can be seen on www.Fodors.com.
About The National Parks by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns
The companion volume to the twelve-hour PBS series from the acclaimed filmmaker behind The Civil War, Baseball, and The War. In this evocative and lavishly illustrated narrative, on sale September 8th, 2009, Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan delve into the history of the park idea, from the first sighting by white men in 1851 of the valley that would become Yosemite and the creation of the world's first national park at Yellowstone in 1872, through the most recent additions to a system that now encompasses nearly four hundred sites and 84 million acres.
From September 1st through September 30th, visitors to Fodors.com will have the opportunity to upload and share their favorite photos and experiences of America's National Parks with other travelers. Ten winners will receive a copy of The National Parks by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns as well as a Fodor's guide of their choice. Photographs will be considered for inclusion in upcoming editions of Fodor's National Parks guides and all winning photos will be featured in an online gallery at www.Fodors.com.
Said Tim Jarrell, Publisher, Fodor's, "With bigger-than-life panoramas, bubbling mud pots, shooting geysers, raging rivers, black bears, big horn sheep, and spectacular flora and fauna that barely scrape the surface of offerings, the National Parks are a photographer's delight. We are excited to see these sites through the eyes of our travelers."
Photo submissions will be accepted at www.Fodors.com through September 30th, 2009. Fodor's has previously run photo contests for Ireland, Argentina, Turkey, Israel, Maryland, New Mexico, Costa Rica, California, Florida, and Alaska. Winning photos from these contests can be seen on www.Fodors.com.
About The National Parks by Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns
The companion volume to the twelve-hour PBS series from the acclaimed filmmaker behind The Civil War, Baseball, and The War. In this evocative and lavishly illustrated narrative, on sale September 8th, 2009, Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan delve into the history of the park idea, from the first sighting by white men in 1851 of the valley that would become Yosemite and the creation of the world's first national park at Yellowstone in 1872, through the most recent additions to a system that now encompasses nearly four hundred sites and 84 million acres.
Photography Scholarship Opportunity to Onondaga County High School Students
Green and Seifter Attorneys, PLLC is excited to announce the "Impressions of Syracuse" Photography Contest for Onondaga County High School Students in grades 9 through 12. Inspired by the upcoming "Turner to Cézanne" exhibit at the Everson Museum of Art, young artists will have the opportunity to express their impressions of the beauty and unique character of our city or region through photography.
The contest is open to all Onondaga County high school students in grade 9 through 12. Entries will be judged on composition, creativity, and effectiveness in conveying the beauty and/or unique character of our region. The deadline for entries is October 16, 2009. The selection of the top twenty finalists and grand prize winner will be made by a panel of artists, teachers, and photographers. The winner will receive a $500 scholarship and have his/her photo featured on the 2009 Green & Seifter Attorney holiday card. A special section will highlight the young artist. In addition, a $500 donation will be made to the winning school's visual arts department to be used for further art education.
The top twenty finalists will have their artwork on display in a special week- long exhibit at the Redhouse Gallery. The winner will be announced during a private reception for finalists, their families and teachers on October 29.
"Green & Seifter Attorneys has been a long-time supporter of the Everson Museum and the Redhouse and values their contributions to our community," said Larry Bousquet, a Managing Member of the firm, "Sponsoring a scholarship to students in the community to promote art education was the logical next step. We hope to help spread the word about these outstanding art institutions that are right here in our backyards."
More information and entry forms can be found at www.gslaw.com. Any inquiries can be directed to Kathy Ryan at 315.701.6458 or at kryan (at) gslaw (dot) com.
The contest is open to all Onondaga County high school students in grade 9 through 12. Entries will be judged on composition, creativity, and effectiveness in conveying the beauty and/or unique character of our region. The deadline for entries is October 16, 2009. The selection of the top twenty finalists and grand prize winner will be made by a panel of artists, teachers, and photographers. The winner will receive a $500 scholarship and have his/her photo featured on the 2009 Green & Seifter Attorney holiday card. A special section will highlight the young artist. In addition, a $500 donation will be made to the winning school's visual arts department to be used for further art education.
The top twenty finalists will have their artwork on display in a special week- long exhibit at the Redhouse Gallery. The winner will be announced during a private reception for finalists, their families and teachers on October 29.
"Green & Seifter Attorneys has been a long-time supporter of the Everson Museum and the Redhouse and values their contributions to our community," said Larry Bousquet, a Managing Member of the firm, "Sponsoring a scholarship to students in the community to promote art education was the logical next step. We hope to help spread the word about these outstanding art institutions that are right here in our backyards."
More information and entry forms can be found at www.gslaw.com. Any inquiries can be directed to Kathy Ryan at 315.701.6458 or at kryan (at) gslaw (dot) com.
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