Scenic America, a nonprofit that works to enhance the visual character of the nation’s communities and countryside, is inviting photographers of all skill levels to enter a nationwide contest.
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The American the Beautiful Photo Contest showcases “the best of American scenic beauty from across the country,” organizers said in a press release from Scenic America.
Each photographer may submit up to five photos between July 1 and Aug. 5.
The contest has nine categories, several of which look ideally suited to images shot in Hopkinsville and surrounding communities. They are:
- Mountains
- Parks and Open Spaces
- Beaches
- Rivers and Lakes
- Trees and Forests
- Highways, Roads and Byways
- Animals
- Cities and Towns
- People
The entries will be judged on these criteria:
- Representation of scenic beauty
- Originality
- Technical excellence
- Composition
- Overall impact
- Minimal altering and manipulation
- Artistic merit
Entries must be submitted by 10:59 p.m. Aug. 4. Complete contest rules and additional information about how to enter are available online.
