Programs

ANZA-BORREGO INSTITUTE

Third Annual
ANZA-BORREGO DESERT PHOTO CONTEST

Anza-Borrego Foundation and Institute (ABFI) is proud to announce its 2009 Photo Contest. The theme of the contest is the unique and natural beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. All photos must reflect this theme, be in good taste, and be suitable for family viewing, as determined by the judges.

Full Contest Rules and Instructions (PDF)

Entry Form (PDF)

Model Release Form (PDF)

IMPORTANT DATES:
December 6, 2008 –
Success in a Photo Contest workshop
8:00am–12:00pm

January 15, 2009 – Entry submission deadline

February 6 - 14, 2009 – Exhibition of all winning photos in Borrego Springs

February 14, 2009 – Awards Ceremony at Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center. 6:00 pm; Reception at Borrego Art Institute, 7:00 pm; Close of silent auction 8:00 pm

February 15, 2009 – Morning Light Photo Safari with Paul Johnson
Evening Light Photo Safari

April 1, 2009 –Deadline for pickup of all photos not sold at auction. ABFI shall have no obligation to store or hold pictures after this date

CONTEST IS OPEN TO:
Adult Division: Photographers 14 years of age and older
Youth Division: Photographers 13 years of age and younger

CATEGORIES:
Four categories are open in each of the two divisions:
A. Desert plants
B. Desert animals
C. Desert landscapes/skyscapes/natural features
D. People enjoying the desert

AWARDS:
> Best of Show in each division
> 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners and up to 10 honorable mention awards in each category of each division
> One People’s Choice Award to be voted on by gallery visitors February 6-14, 2009

Contest Partner Borrego Art Institute

Sponsored by;

We had another amazing turn out
for the 2008
Second Annual Anza-Borrego
Photo Contest!!!

We were impressed with the high quality of the photographs and by how many folks really love and cherish these magnificent parklands. The spirit of the contest was seen in our contestants, who were excited to share their inspiration and love of Anza-Borrego with others. Thanks to all who participated and congratulations to last year’s winners!

"Thank you for promoting this wonderful event - photographs always tell such wonderful stories and produce feelings that are calming and full of happiness".
Judy F. Mission Viejo, Ca

People - 2nd Place
Austin Bogardt

People - 3rd Place
Edith Kamme