Welcome to the 2012 Oregon Youth Photo Contest!
Health \helth\ (noun) 1. A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. ~ World Health Organization
As part of Oregon Public Health Week, Northwest Health Foundation and the Oregon Public Health Division are pleased to sponsor the 2012 Oregon Youth Photo Contest.
The deadline is April 15, 2012. (Contest open March 15 to 11:59 p.m. on April 15).
Why?
We know that our health is affected by our surroundings—home, school, neighborhood, etc. We want you to show us how you see your community. Are there places that support “physical, mental and social well-being?” Or could more be done to make it that way? Using the lens of your camera, we want to see what you believe makes—or prevents—a healthy place to live.
What could I win?
The following prizes will be awarded:
1st Prize $300
2nd Prize $200
3rd Prize $100
In addition, we are pleased to announce that in 2012, the top three winners will earn matching awards for their schools!
What are the rules for the contest?
- You are age 12 - 18 on April 15, 2012.
- You live in Oregon.
- Your entry is an original photo taken in Oregon.
- Only one entry per person
- The file format is JPG format, minimum of 4 megapixels.
- You must include your name in the image’s filename (i.e. janedoe1.jpeg).
- Both a title and caption for your photo will be required. While a title provides a short description or introduction to your picture, a caption of 50 words or less will tell us how your photo speaks to a healthier Oregon.
- By submitting a photo, you agree that this is an original photo that you have taken, and that Northwest Health Foundation may use your photo for future, non-commercial purposes.
- The photographer will take full responsibility for the content of the photo.
How will my photo be judged?
Your photo will be judged on how well your photo, title and caption captures health. A panel of judges comprised of youth, government public health officers and employees from Oregon companies and nonprofits will select winners in early May 2012. Judging will be based on 5 categories:
- Overall Impact - Of the health message
- Creativity/Originality - Originality of message of entire submission
- Artistry/Composition - Photograph’s visual quality
- Expression of theme - Presence and connection of your overall theme
- Presentation - Mechanics related to spelling, punctuation of title & caption
Who will see my photo?
Photos will be displayed on the Northwest Health Foundation website, and at a variety of events around the state.
Ready to submit?
Before you submit your photo, please be sure you have completed this checklist as incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
You are age 12 - 18 on April 15, 2012.- You live in Oregon
- Your entry is your original photo taken in Oregon
- The file format is JPG format, minimum of 4 megapixels.
- You’ve included your name in the image’s filename (i.e. janedoe1.jpeg)
- Your photo has a title
- Your photo has a caption (50 words or less) providing explanation for how your photograph demonstrates health.
How do I submit my photo?
To enter, you’ll fill out a form and upload your photo at the bottom of this page.
You can bookmark this page or send it to someone you know. www.nwhf.org/photocontest
Good Luck!
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