PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION proudly sponsored by Lowepro

THE THEME

With the olympics in full swing this months theme is 'Sport'.

We'll be looking for the most visually striking image that either captures a sport or has a clear sports theme.



THE PRIZE

The winner of our August competition will receive a LOWEPRO INVERSE 200 AW courtesy of our competition sponsors Lowepro and have his or her image added to the winners gallery.

Ideal for the outdoor photo enthusiast and professional, the Inverse 200 AW beltpack camera case offers a full set of thoughtful features to help you capture the moment with ease, protection and ultra comfort. The quick-access top lets you work out of your pack with minimal effort. A patented All Weather Cover™ provides serious protection from rain; sand and dust. The 3D contoured mesh lumbar belt distributes weight evenly and offers cushioned support and helps wick away moisture. A detachable and padded, 360-degree shoulder strap adds a comfortable, additional carrying option. Memory card pockets, an adjustable divider, mesh side pockets, exterior pockets, and SlipLock™ attachment loops let you organize your gear to suit your needs.


HOW TO ENTER

To enter simply email your image to us before the closing date of 31st August 2008.

Email your image (Max 500kb please) to comp@photocontinental.com.au before the closing date (31.8.08)

A winning photograph will be chosen once the competition is closed and will be announced the following week.

PLEASE READ THE FULL TERMS BELOW.


JULY COMPETITION WINNER

Congratulations to
David Aberdeen who won a Lowepro Nova 180 AW camera bag with his image 'Computer Rage' - an image that we are sure many will be able to relate to!
(See our winners gallery below to view David's photo.)


FULL COMPETITION TERMS

Entry to the competition is FREE and we will accept up to a maximum 2 images per person.

The competition is only open to Australian residents.

Submissions must be digital, but files from scanned slides or photographs are permitted. Please submit images via email to comp@photocontinental.com.au as JPG files only ensuring images are sent as an attachment with your email.

Submissions must include the photographers full name, contact details plus a title and short description including the equipment used, the location and date (month/year) each photo was taken. Where digital manipulation has been used please supply a brief description of the process.

Photo Continental retains the right to use any submitted photos in relationship to the competition(s) only. In all cases there will be no payment for the use of the copyright. Photo Continental respect your rights and will not sell or give away the rights to use any submitted photographs to any third party.

Photo Continental retains the right to amend or change the prize package without notice.

Prize winners will be announced on this website and notified via email at the beginning of each following month after judging has taken place.

Photo Continental staff (both current and ex-staff) and family members are exempt from entering this competition.

There are no cash alternatives to the prize and Photo Continental reseve the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value at any time without notice.

All decisions of the judges are final and are not subject to review.



View winners gallery






WINNERS GALLERY All images are subject to copyright by the artist

July 08
theme 'Emotions'

Winner
David Aberdeen

Gear used
Canon 400D, 18-55mm lens, 550EX flash.

June 08
theme 'Street Life'

Winner
Sudipto Das

Gear used
Nikon F601M with 28mm, 2.8 Nikkor lens
on the streets of Kolkata, India

May 08
theme 'Music'

Winner
Lance Jackson

Gear used
Canon 400d (f5.0, 1/60 – ISO 200)
Lens – Canon 28-135 IS
Flash – Canon 430EX

April 08
theme 'Animal magic'

Winner
Barry Kiepe

Gear used
Nikon D300 and Nikon F4 200mm Macro lens


March 08
theme 'Abstract'

Winner
James Brett

Gear used
Canon 5D & Sigma 105mm maro lens


February 08
theme 'Transportation'

Winner
Graham Clark

Gear used
Canon 20D, 17-85mm lens, tripod and shutter release cable


January 08
theme 'Let there be light'

Winner
Trish Jackson

Gear used
Canon 40D


December 07
theme 'Textures'

Winner
Sven Abrahamsson

Gear used
not specified


November 07
theme 'Faces'

Winner
David Symons

Gear used
Olympus C460


October 07
theme 'Movement and motion'

Winner
Daniel Oliver

Gear used
Nikon D50 with Cokin P007 infra red filter.


September 07
theme 'Alternative view'

Winner
David Lazar

Gear used
Nikon D70s & Tamron 80-200mm lens.


August 07
theme 'My Space'

Winner
Mark Broadbent

Gear used
Canon 20D, Tokina 10-17mm fisheye zoom with Del Mar housing projects surf housing

All images are Copyright the artist