Competition Themes

2009

January Black & White
An art unto itself, black and white photography becomes a study in composition and simplicity. The nuance of tone and depth are revealed with the absence of color. This month brings about the best in Black & White.
February Through the door, out the window.
As photographers we’re always looking… This theme is about using the doors and window we often look through as an element of the photograph. They can be the subject themselves, or merely a part of the composition.
March Animal Kingdom.
Creatures big and small amaze us with their colors, textures, and behaviors. This month we’ll pay tribute to them with amazing animal photography.
April Open
Compete this month using your favorite photograph.
May Abstract.
Play with color, texture, light, perspective, composition… or whatever means you choose, to create an image that is a unique exploration of your own vision.
June Children.
You were a child once… some of us still are! Unfettered with the burden of self image, children often let us photograph them no matter the circumstance. Give us your best shot!
July Seven Deadly Sins: Pride, Greed, Lust, Anger, Gluttony, Envy, and Sloth.
Does art imitate life, or vice versa? No matter your personal vice, choose one or more of these cardinal sins to represent in your image.
August Open
Compete this month using your favorite photograph.
September Street Photography.
Part of the art of truly great street photography is that nothing is staged or contrived. It’s all about seeing the world as it is, and capturing the moment as it happens. This months photographs should be candid representations of what you saw.
October Backlit.
Who ever said "Don’t go into the light!!!" obviously was not a photographer ;-) Shoot into the light- don’t be afraid! Whether natural or artificial, your subject should be lit from behind.
November Music.
For many, it’s the soundtrack of our lives. These photographs can represent music as an idea, depict an instrument, musician, band, or even an empty stage. Show us how music touches your life.
December Open
Compete this month using your favorite photograph.