It’s wonderful to see initiatives like the Global Landscape Forum (GLF) promoting positive actions for a healthier planet. If you’re interested in participating in the GLF Nairobi Photo Competition, here are the key steps and requirements you’ll need to follow:
Competition Details:
- Theme: Positive steps towards a healthier Earth, including land restoration, generative farming, biodiversity conservation, and more.
- Submission Deadline: July 26, 2023.
Prizes:
- First Place: USD $400 cash prize, spread and interview in Landscape News, and a showcase at the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference.
- Second Place: USD $300 cash prize.
- Popular Vote: USD $200 cash prize for the entry with the most online votes.
Who Can Participate:
- Open to anyone aged 18 or above, whether you’re an amateur or professional photographer.
- By submitting your photo, you agree to follow the competition’s rules and terms.
Submission Guidelines:
- Each participant can submit one photo entry.
- The uploaded photo must have a title, contributor’s name, contact information (email address), social media handles (if applicable), and a caption describing the subject and location of the photo.
- Photos that have won other competitions previously will not be considered.
- Your photo should creatively and effectively depict the theme of positive environmental actions.
Judging Criteria: Photos will be judged based on the following criteria:
- Creativity (30%)
- Photographic quality (30%)
- Composition (30%)
- Execution of the theme (10%)
Selection Process:
- A panel of judges selected by GLF will review all eligible submissions and shortlist up to 25 photos.
- The judges will select the first and second prize winners from the finalist entries.
- The entry with the most online votes will receive the Popular Vote award.
How to Apply:
- Visit the Global Landscape Forum (GLF) website or go to cmedia089988.typeform.com to apply.
- Participate by uploading your photo on the provided platform.
- Make sure to include the required details: title, contributor’s name, contact information (email address), social media handles (if applicable), and a descriptive caption about the subject and location of the photo.
For more detailed information, you can visit the GLF website.
Participating in this competition offers a great opportunity to showcase your photography skills and contribute to the important mission of promoting sustainable land use and environmental protection. Good luck!