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Oct 21st

LagosPhoto Photography Competition

We invite you to part-take in our new upcoming LagosPhoto photography competition for our 2023 Festival! For this years theme of GROUND STATE - Fellowship Within the Uncanny, we have chosen the topic of the competition to be “Rest, Ritual and Spirit”.

This topic explores the part amidst all the chaos of the world reserved for uncompromisable rest, ritual and spiritual connection. This is a place of healing, understanding and connection to oneself, a greater being, or community and ancestry, lies central to human well- being.

Use your lens and skill to interpret this topic, and show us!

Everything you need to know:

How to apply:

  • ⁃  Create Your Work: Must produce a coherent and consistent body of work consisting of 5 images that align with the competition's theme, "Rest, Ritual, and Spirit."

  • ⁃  Submission Format: Participants must compile not more than 5 images and accompanying text into a single PDF document. This format ensures that submissions are easy to review and maintain consistency.

  • ⁃  File Preparation: Each image must not exceed 10MB in size.

  • ⁃  Image Descriptions: Participants must prepare a short text that explains how their work relates to the theme. This text should provide context and insights into the creative process.

  • ⁃  Submission Email: Entries must be sent in PDF format to entries@lagosphotofestival.com with the subject <”LagosPhoto Competition 2023 followed by participants Full or Artistic Name> during the submission period, which is from the 22nd of October till the 31st of October 2023

This year’s edition of the LagosPhoto Photography Competition is packed with exciting prizes for the winners not only to aid and encourage them but also to serve as a springboard to their creative journey which are supported by Canon.

What are the prizes?

First place winner: A Canon EOS R50 camera with 18-45 kit lens, and a chance for their work to be exhibited in collaboration with a renowned gallery or cultural institution, to showcase the talent and creativity of the photographer.

Second place winner: A Canon Selphy CP1300 printer with Selphy paper. Third place winner: A One-on-One Mentorship session with a Canon Trainer.

Additionally, all prize winners will have the exclusive opportunity to present their portfolios to the esteemed panel of judges, providing valuable exposure and networking prospects within the photography industry.

Eligibility:

  • ⁃  Participants must ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements, which include being between the ages of 18 and 35 and having a passion for photography and storytelling.

  • ⁃  Entries must contain works photographed not more than a year before the submission date.

  • ⁃  Works must be original as special consideration would be given to entries with fresh and new content(Participants are advised to create new and unique body of work to increase their chances of winning)

 


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