Viewbug’s Frames Of Nature Photo Contest with Prizes Pool of $800
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The deadline passed on 24 August 2023. The details below are kept for reference.
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Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldPhotography and Filmmaking
- LocationRemotely
- Deadline2023-08-24
Opportunity description
Viewbug photography website is launching a new contest under the theme of "Frames Of Nature", as each and everyone interested in creative photography is invited to take part in this contest.
Anyone with a camera can take a photo, but it takes a real artist to capture the beauty of the outdoors. Outdoor photography is all about finding the perfect balance between light and shadow and composing an image that highlights the natural world in all its glory. For those of us who are passionate about outdoor photography, there's nothing more rewarding than capturing a stunning piece of nature.
Capturing the beauty of the outdoors can be both challenging and rewarding. To help you excel in outdoor photography, we'd like to share some of the best techniques that will enhance your skills and enable you to create stunning images. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
- Golden Hour Magic: Take advantage of the magical light during the golden hour, which occurs during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset. The warm, soft light during this time enhances colors, adds depth, and creates a mesmerizing atmosphere.
- Rule of Thirds: Apply the rule of thirds to compose your outdoor shots. Imagine a grid of nine equal parts (two horizontal lines and two vertical lines). Position your main subject or points of interest along these lines or at their intersections to create a visually appealing composition.
- Leading Lines: Utilize natural elements such as roads, paths, rivers, or tree branches to guide the viewer's eye into the frame. Leading lines create a sense of depth and draw attention to the main subject.
Participants always maintain the rights to their submissions.
Benefits
Total prize value of $800 divided into two categories:
- Grand Jury Winner: One selected winner will be getting the following: The North Face Stormbreak 2 Tent, Social Media Feature
and 100 VIEWBUG Coins - People's Choice: One winner will be getting the following: The North Face Stormbreak 2 Tent, Social Media Feature
and 100 VIEWBUG Coins
Eligibility criteria
- All genders, ages, nationalities can apply.
- There are no fees whatsoever required to enter the contest.
- By entering the contest participants accept the terms of use.
Winning photos will be determined based on the following criteria:
- Creativity.
- Originality.
- Being in accordance with the theme.
How winners will be selected:
Everyone is invited to vote for their favorite photos and help Viewbug finding the winner of this photo contest. The more audience vote the better the results. The top photos receiving the most votes from Viewbug’s audience will be viewed by its judges. One winner out of the most voted photos will be selected as the People's Choice Winner.
About Viewbug.com:
With "photography is our passion" motto, viewbug was established to empower the community of visual creatives worldwide. ViewBug is a place to be inspired and receive recognition. It offers a unique set of products- photo contests, photo challenges, portfolio, websites, photography logos, and photography classes. Through those, it gives photographers around the world the best tools to be creative and showcase their art.
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Viewbug’s Frames Of Nature Photo Contest with Prizes Pool of $800