:: Category 14: Newspaper/Newsmag – News/Feature Photography (Carry-In) ::
Nature of the contest
This is a contest for photography that is completed in the normal course of newspaper and yearbook production and carried in to the contest. Contestants will bring THREE examples (size 5×7 or 8×10) of their best work. Any subjects relevant to student journalism are acceptable. It is suggested the three photos display a variety of content. Photos may be color or black-and-white or a combination of color and black-and-white. Include hard copies and digital copies of each entry (on thumb drive or CD/DVD); also include caption information (and a tearsheet if one is available). The photos may be traditional film or digitally produced. Following the judging, professional photographers will discuss pictures (though not results) with the contestants. Contestants are responsible for delivering their own photographs to the contest room and for attending the 70-minute small-group critique with professional photographers. Publication of photographs is recommended, but not required for entry in these categories.
What the judges will look for
Variety and subject matter; appropriateness; imaginative subject matter; imaginative point of view and angle; effective lighting; focus and contrast; a focus of content; good composition; visual impact; neatness in mounting; evidence of overall photographic excellence in a variety of subject matter.
materials provided by WJEA
Large envelope for photography entry and contestant pass.
materials which contestant must provide
THREE photographs (5×7 or 8×10) that you have taken (black and white or color), developed and printed by you OR professionally processed and printed. Attach validation form (see page in rulebook). Bring hard copies and digital copies of each entry (on thumb drive or CD/DVD)
Do…
˛ Follow size specifications closely.
˛ Bring THREE photographs — any fewer will result in disqualification. Bring hard copies and digital copies of each entry (on thumb drive or CD/DVD)
˛ Complete and attach appropriate Entry Tickets. Have adviser sign to validate your work.
˛ At the contest, put your photographs and contestant pass inside the large envelope provided.
Do not…
˛ Do not bring slides.
˛ Do not mail the photographs.
