SAY CHEESE LONG BEACH | HOLIDAY EDITION public invited See the top-10 winning images and 20 add'l entries now through Sun., Jan. 18, 2009, at Arbor by the Bay, 5016 E. 2nd St., Long Beach (during store hours)
More than $1,000 was awarded. Also, see winning images ONLINE HERE.
More than 40 area amateur and professional digital photographers took part in the last of three photo contests sponsored in 2008 by Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (CAT).
For the HOLIDAY EDITION contest, entrants were able to submit their 10 best digital images taken within the city limits of Long Beach from Dec. 1 - 28, utilizing "holidays" as the theme. A panel of photojournalists juried the submitted images and have selected a top-10 and best in show image. The top photos have been printed and will be unveiled this Sat. by Rudd and checks will be presented during the ceremony.
The winning photographer received $250 and each of the remaining top-10 images netted $100 to the person who took the image. Rules about the contest can be found below. Join our digital photographers e-mail list HERE.
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there will not be a HOLIDAY photo book published at this time
- there were 41 photographers who entered the SAY CHEESE LONG BEACH | HOLIDAY EDITION contest
Judges' comments: "Overall there were some very nice pictures. A lot of good pictures were eliminated because they did not fit the contest theme of 'holiday.' Many people chose to shoot the floating lighted trees, and we really struggled to find a winner that was original."
Judges: Suzanne Mapes and Jeff Gritchen (thank you!)
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"SAY CHEESE LONG BEACH!" PHOTO BOOK NOW AVAILABLE
see preview: click
A few of the photos from the Aug. 2, 2008 exhibit. TOP: Spectators at the 5-hour outdoor exhibit on Jan. 12, 2008.
Photo by Thomas McConville.
PURPOSE OF THE CONTEST
The goal of SAY, "CHEESE," LONG BEACH! (holiday edition) is to visually record all aspects of our community during the Dec. 2008 holidays.
What does a typical holiday season look like in Long Beach, Calif.? From Dec. 1-28, life in Long Beach will be immortalized through digital photography. SAY, "CHEESE," LONG BEACH! (holiday edition) will culminate with a major photography exhibit, reception, and awards ceremony featuring the entrants' best snapshots.
The project was created and is presented by Belmont Shore resident Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (C.A.T.).
A photo book and/or calendar may be created with the images after the contest.
GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT
The contest's mission is to capture, during Dec. 2008, images of Long Beach that celebrate the holidays in this vast, vivid, vibrant city. This is your chance to explore your creative, humorous or serious side to create a blended expression of our community. The contest aims to capture moments during our lives and the life of our community -- taking us from dawn to dusk. We expect that this Long Beach holiday family album of sorts will inspire, amuse, and on occasion, disturb.
So, picture this: amateur and seasoned photographers of all ages, taking Long Beach photographs that define aspects of their lives during the same holiday period. Anyone can enter -- just start snapping digital photos now til Dec. 28 of whatever and whomever you like during the day and/or night. Photos might include, but are not limited to home life, work, religious events, secular happenings, nature/landscape, indoor life, outdoor decorations, pets, humor, drama, action, friends, family, city life, beach life or a historical place.
TO ENTER
Entry is free. Entering the contest is simple. Participants will e-mail (or burn a disc to turn in) their 10 best snapshots and the entries received will be juried. Winning photos will be selected on criteria such as theme, photographic excellence, visual impact and artistic quality.
THE RESULT
The result will be an intricate composite of photos with fresh perspectives on Long Beach. The subjects of the images are at the discretion of the photographer. We want to see an eclectic mix of photographers with a varied range of photos from a wide variety of places in our city...from the mundane to the artsy.
CAMERA CLOCKS
We do NOT want to see time/date stamps on your photos. But, make sure the clock on your camera is set to the correct time, since all photos must be taken within the allotted time period. Digital photos allow organizers to see the day and time photos were taken.
It's time for some local exposure, so pick up your camera and SAY, "CHEESE," LONG BEACH! Okay...Ready, set, click!
RULES RAIN OR SHINE 1. To enter this free contest, please submit your photograph(s) by 8 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 28 to Justin@JustinRudd.com or JustinRudd@yahoo.com with the following entry info: your name (last, first), address, city, state, zip code, age, phone number, e-mail address; title and description/caption of each photograph; also include approx. time, date and location of each photo. Digital images received without the entry information may not be judged.
2. A maximum of ten (10) photos may be entered by each photographer. If more than 10 photos are inadvertently submitted, only the first 10 will be considered in the judging. Also, see rule #15.
3. Please save your digital files and submit them using your last name first and your first name last. For example, RuddJustin1, RuddJustin2, RuddJustin3, etc. Justin@JustinRudd.comor (not both) JustinRudd@yahoo.com or slide ONE CD with your 10 images (and the info requested in Rule 1) under the door to Justin Rudd, 5209 E. The Toledo #1, (Belmont Shore) Long Beach, CA 90803. The entry form can be faxed to 562/439-2681 or slide it under the door at 5209 E. The Toledo #1 by 8 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 28.
5. All photos must be taken within the city limits of Long Beach. There are a few exceptions that are permissible: photos of Long Beach from sea, air, or from an adjoining city; and photos of kite surfing, sailing, boating etc. in the waters of Long Beach.
6. Required format for each photo: digital only; 2048x1536 pixels or larger jpeg (at highest quality) or tiff only; no RAW images.
7. THIS RULE REMOVED.
8. E-mailed entries will be acknowledged with an e-mailed confirmation upon receipt.
9. Entry discs will not be returned.
10. All judging decisions are final.
11. Contest is open to all legal residents of the U.S.
12. The top-10 entries, bonus category prizes, and the grand prize will be selected among all entries received.
13. Winners will be selected on the basis of originality, style, creativity, photographic excellence, visual impact, artistic quality, degree of difficulty, overall photo quality, and content (capturing a moment).
14. All photos must be taken within the allotted time period from Dec. 1 to Dec. 28, 2008.
15.THIS RULE REMOVED
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17. Winners under the age of eighteen (18) must have the written consent of their parent or legal guardian to participate.
18. It is understood that any copyright of an entry remains the property of the photographer. However, all entrants (or their parent or legal guardian, if applicable) shall agree that Justin Rudd and/or CAT and anyone they may authorize may without compensation use entrant's name, photograph or other likeness, written responses, testimonials, biographical information and statements concerning the Contest for any and all purposes, including, but not limited to advertising, publication, trade, and/or promotion without additional limitation, restriction or compensation. In each publication of the photograph, full credit will be given to the photographer.
19. No purchase is required.
20. By submitting, entrant certifies that the photo(s) he/she is submitting to this photo contest is original with him/her, and that he/she has all necessary rights and authority to submit the photo and grants to Justin Rudd and/or CAT the rights purported to be granted, including third party rights.
21. Odds of winning will depend on the number of entries received.
22. Contestants must know and share the names and addresses of all identifiable people in their photographs. CLICK HERE for the model release.
23. This is a family contest. No provocative, violent, or dangerous stunt photos. Organizers retain sole discretion as to what constitutes unsuitable content.
24. We welcome all ages and photographic abilities - professional and amateur. There are no age or ability categories.
25. Entry is free.
26. For some sample images of the feel organizers are looking for, click here.
27. THIS RULE REMOVED.
28. If it is determined after the winners are announced that any winning photo was not taken during the contest's time period, or was taken outside the Long Beach city limits, or violates another rule listed here, the prize will be revoked and another winner announced.
29. By entering, you agree to release Justin Rudd, the Community Action Team (C.A.T.), their sponsors, their employees and representatives from all claims and liabilities in connection with this Contest or with any of the prizes.
30. All entries become the property of Justin Rudd and/or CAT upon receipt. Justin Rudd and CAT have no responsibility for submitted photos.
31. Organizers reserve the right to disqualify anyone who, in their opinion, has tampered with or disrupted the entry process or operation of this contest or violated the rules.
32. Photos may not be manipulated, other than resizing or cropping.
33. Entries must be digital images. Digital photos are defined as images taken with a digital camera or scanned traditional photograph saved in a digital format, such as JPG. Also, see Rule 6.
34. Images must be in natural color. Black and white, sepia tone, and duotone images are not eligible.
35. No watermarks, signatures, or copyright notices may be added to images.
36. No borders or frames may be added to images.
37. Artistic filters are not permitted.
38. Images may be resized as long as the aspect ratio is maintained.
39. Images may be cropped and rotated as necessary as long as the rectangular format is maintained and the size is within the specifications above.
40. Modifications (other than those listed above) are NOT permitted.
41. Organizers have the right to amend these rules and guidelines, as necessary, without notice.
42. The photo exhibit images will be 4x6 and printed on an Epson PictureMate personal photo lab.
PRIZES
Grand Prize
- $250
- Winning photo may be featured in color in the Grunion Gazette newspaper (to be confirmed).
- Image will be highlighted in the SAY, "CHEESE," LONG BEACH! photo gallery at JustinRudd.com.
Top-10 photos
- Image will appear in the SAY, "CHEESE," LONG BEACH! photo gallery at JustinRudd.com.
- $100
Q&A
Q Who is organizing this event?
A The contest is being produced by Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (C.A.T.). The goal of CAT is to implement programs, events, education, support and advocacy that will focus on animals, youth and the environment. CAT's mission is to embrace humanity with care and compassion, while encouraging those around us to explore, dream and discover the tenets of civility, kindness and understanding of all people and creatures.
Q Who can submit photographs?
A We welcome photographs from everyone. You do NOT have to live in Long Beach, nor do you have to be a professional or experienced photographer to submit a photograph. Indeed, we hope that everyone in our community will be represented in this important event.
Q How many photos can I submit?
A We are able to accept only 10 photographs per person. Or, see rule #15 above to see how you can submit 6 images..
Q Who or what should be in the photograph?
A Everyone and everything --- including individuals, families and friends at work and play, schools, organizations, businesses, games, pets, homes, daily activities, weather, nature & whatever is happening in Long Beach --- are potential subjects for photographs. Put together, the photos submitted for the contest will create a snapshot of our community for today and the future.
Q What type of photography may be submitted?
A digital only; 2048x1536 pixels or larger jpeg (at highest quality) or tiff only; no RAW images.
Q Which photographs will be put in the exhibition?
A All the submitted photographs will be considered for the exhibition, except those of an inappropriate nature. We expect approx. 200 images will be printed and included in the exhibit.
Q How do I submit a photograph?
A Submit your entries by 8 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 28 by one of the two ways outlined here: 1. Send your images at one time (and the info requested in Rule 1) to Justin@JustinRudd.com. 2. Slide ONE CD with your five images (and the info requested in Rule 1) under the door at Justin Rudd, 5209 E. The Toledo #1, (Belmont Shore) Long Beach, CA 90803.
Q What happens with the photos after the contest?
A A book or calendar may be produced with the top images.
GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT
