Stafford County Economic Development is sponsoring its annual photography contest for images that may be used on promotional materials and/or its website. A $25 prize will be given to the winner in each of the three categories listed below, and an unlimited number of honorable mention winners will receive a $5 prize. The categories are as follows:
- PEOPLE: depicting individuals interacting by conversation or work.
- PLACES: the areas and businesses we utilize, as well as unique locations of Stafford County.
- COMMERCE: business interactions within our cities or beyond city limits, but within Stafford County.
In all categories, consideration will be given to the clarity of the image, visual appeal, and artistic quality. Photos that include people and portray everyday life are encouraged. Images are valued for their ability to portray a vibrant, progressive culture.
2024 Contest Rules:
1. All exhibits must be entered by 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the Stafford Recreation Building.
2. Exhibitor must be the person who took the photo.
3. Exhibitors are only allowed two photos per category (six photos maximum for the contest).
4. All photos are to be 5 x 7 inches and mounted on an 11 x 12.5 studio mount that can be purchased at the Stafford County Extension Office. The mounting board must be vertically oriented.
5. Photos must be taken in Stafford County, Kansas.
6. Exhibitors must complete the Release Form and attach it to the back of the studio mount.
7. Photos should be full color (no black and white).
8. Winners will be selected by representatives of Stafford County Economic Development, Wednesday evening, July 14.
9. A digital file in .jpg format must be provided before prize money will be paid.
Only photos receiving a price will be used for promotional materials.
CLICK HERE for more details or email ryan@staffordecodevo.com.