In a recent Board meeting, HKUAAO has agreed to upgrade the prize for the winners, and that HKUAAO will make prints for the pre-selected entries. Members are encouraged to submit entries to share their photographic talent in appreciating the natural heritage of Ontario and capturing the amazing moments relating to the activities of HKUAAO. The revised details of the contest are:
Categories:
1. Birds – show us the beauty of the birds in your backyard, the parks or wildlife conservation area.
2. People and Sports – show us the people in action when playing badminton, table tennis or golf, or when singing, tasting wines, and during other functions.
3. Nature – show us the breathtaking landscapes, flowers, trees, grasslands, butterflies and other wild lives.
Contest Rules:
1. Photos to be taken in 2015 Ontario.
2. Contest closing date: Dec 31, 2015.
3. Limit to 5 entries per category per entrant.
4. Along with the entry(ies), entrant should include his/her name, date and time and place the picture was taken. A title/description of the picture can also be provided.
5. Format: Digital image of the entry should be submitted to hkuaaont@hkucc.hku.hk before the closing date. Cropping is allowed, but no touch-up on the photos by Photoshop. If the entries are pre-selected by the adjudication panel, HKUAAO will make 8″ X 10″ prints for the final selection stage. Entrants should ensure that the digital image should be of high resolution. 2400 pixels X 3000 pixels are recommended.
6. Final Selection Stage: The pre-selected prints will be displayed at the 2016 AGM of HKUAAO. Participants of the AGM dinner will vote to determine the winners.
7.Prize for each category:
1st Place: $50 gift card
2nd Place: $30 gift card
3rd Place: $20 gift card
8. All entrants agree to allow entries to be used, at the discretion of the HKUAAO, including posting the entries on HKUAAO’s website and newsletter.