2011 Photo Contest

Photo ContestThe City of Quinte West is pleased to announce the Fourth Annual Photo Contest. The past 3 years have been very successful and we are always amazed by level of the entries and the talent.

Photographers are invited to submit digital photographs that represent what you love about our City. Photos should reflect the enjoyment of life and the unique locations, seasons and landscapes throughout Quinte West.

Entry Details

By submitting an entry to this contest, the photographer agrees that you have read, understand and agree to the Contest Rules and you warrant and represent that the photograph you submit is your own original work, that it is an authentic and accurate depiction of the subject matter presented, and that no other party has any right, title or claim to the photograph.

  • A maximum of ten (10) photos will be accepted per applicant.
  • All photos must be recently taken within the boundaries of the City of Quinte West and not have been previously published or submitted to the City of Quinte West.
  • All entries must be accompanied by a fully completed entry form with contact information, location of where the photograph was taken, and a caption for the photo.
  • If the submitted photograph includes images of people who can be recognized, your entry must include a signed release form for each individual in the photograph. If any person appearing in any photo is under 18 years of age, the signature of a parent or legal guardian is required. If a location in the photograph is a private property, your entry must include a signed release from the owner of the property. Such photos will not be considered eligible until a fully completed and signed release form has been submitted to the City of Quinte West. Release forms can be printed by clicking on the links below and can be submitted by uploading a digital copy using our online form or mail or drop them off at City Hall, 7 Creswell Drive, Trenton to the attention of Donna McCormick.
  • By submitting a photograph for consideration you grant the City of Quinte West and its subsidiaries an unrestricted, irrevocable, royalty?free, perpetual right to  display, edit, distribute publish and reproduce the photograph, in whole or in part, throughout the world in any media, website, publication, advertisement, and marketing & promotional materials, including print and electronic media without additional compensation.
  • The City may, but is not required to, use your name in association with the photograph.
  • The City reserves the right to refuse or disqualify any submission.
  • The City is not responsible for entries that are lost, damaged, or delayed during transmission or transportation.
  • The contest is open to everyone, except employees and Councillors of the City of Quinte West and their immediate family members.
  • All entries must be submitted digitally online or on a CD in .jpg format at high resolution. Sorry, no prints or other formats will be accepted.
  • All entries much be received by 4:30 pm on Monday, October 31, 2011.
  • The winners will be selected by a panel of judges and notified no later than Wednesday November 30, 2011. The decision of the judges is final. Only those chosen will be contacted.

Prizes

First Prize: $300 in Gift Certificates to be spent at local businesses participating in the Shop Smart, Shop Local, Shop Quinte West campaign and one item embellished with the City of Quinte West logo

Second Prize: $200 in Gift Certificates to be spent at local businesses participating in the Shop Smart, Shop Local, Shop Quinte West campaign and one item embellished with the City of Quinte West logo

Third Prize: $100 in Gift Certificates to be spent at local businesses participating in the Shop Smart, Shop Local, Shop Quinte West campaign and one item embellished with the City of Quinte West logo

Three Honorable Mentions: $50 in Gift Certificates to be spent at local businesses participating in the Shop Smart, Shop Local, Shop Quinte West campaign and one item embellished with the City of Quinte West logo

All prizes must be accepted as awarded. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash or other prizes.

 

Photo Contest Entry and Release Forms

To enter the contest:

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Release Forms

 

Past Winners