The 2012 Windland Smith Rice International Awards are now open for entries. The entry period ends 7 May 2012.

This is one of the two or three high profile competitions for nature photography. It is a multi-level entry systetm which makes it easier to enter than in the past when high resolution files including RAW files were required to enter. Now all that is needed for entry is a JPG file not exceeding 500K and entry is completed online.  Images that make it into the next round will require the larger files, complete description and equipment details be provided.

The rules are simple: All photos must accurately reflect the subject matter as it appeared in the viewfinder. Nothing should be added to an image, and aside from dust spots, nothing should be taken away. Normal processing of RAW image files and minor adjustments to color and contrast are acceptable, as is minimal cropping. HDR and focus stacking are permitted as long as all manipulation is disclosed upon entry.

For competition details visit CALL FOR ENTRIES�

Mike Di Stefano would like to remind all that the Greater Lynn International submission deadline is fast approaching. If you wish to compete in this exhibition, you must submit your entries by February 16, 2012. Read the details on their Web site. Remember, those who enter as part of a club, like PSRI, should not pay online but pay Mike their submission fees.

I mistakenly marked the January 10 meeting as the login night after the last BoD meeting. After checking with Dennis, it has been corrected (thanks Dennis) as the January 17 meeting being the login night. I apologize if I caused any confusion. The calendar shows the correct login night.

I received the following information from Bonnie Palmer of Chateau Charmant about a contest they are holding. It has a short deadline if anyone might be interested, read the text carefully.

This contest is so simple, that is probably why the rules were missed. It’s photos of our area, so if anyone is planning a trip to the Ozarks it would be a fun day to visit a magical castle built almost entierly by 3 people. There are age brackets for prizes. They are aon the site, but 5 to 11 costs $10, entry fee box lunch included; 12 to 17 cost $15; college students cost$15 and adults costs$20; Pros at$50. per person. It is photographs of the castle or the surrounding area of Olga, the 100 year old Kindal grocery store, the tree arched drive down to the castle, the arched bridge spaning the dry riverbed, etc. The following week the photos are due back on Sept 22 to be judged and displayed. All entries must be framed (any size, this year) with the name of the photographer and their age attached, also if they are a pro or an amateur taped to the bottom so it can be folded back. They will be judged and awarded ribbons as well as prizes for the grand prize winner in each of the age categories. The grand prize winners (for each age category) will have their work displayed at the castle for the next year, plus be featured in the castle Guardian Newletter.

That’s it. Simple.

It will be a fun day. Gates open at 6 AM for those who want to catch the castle in the dark and get a sunrise. The box lunch is prepared by Chef Roland Parny a wonderful French caterer. Hope you can make a fun day with us at the castle.

Bonnie

Bonnie Palmer
Chateau Charmant
417 767 2233