SYRACUSE - The Youth Nature Photography Contest will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20-21 in Syracuse.
This amateur nature photography contest is being held in conjunction with the 2009 Art in the Park at Lakeside Park, Syracuse, June 20-21.This competition is to encourage individuals interested in nature photography to have an opportunity to share their talents with others. The contest is open to any amateur photographer under 21 years old.
All entries must be original photographs taken by the entrant.
The three major categories for the competition are black and white; color; and digital. Cash prizes will be awarded for: best of show, black and white; best of show, color; best of show, digital; and the judges' choice award. Ribbons will be awarded for best animal, best floral/flower and best nature scene in each of the three major categories.
Entry deadline is Monday.
Contact Pam Donat at Syracuse Park Department at 574-457-3440 for contest rules, entry forms or more information; or visit the Web site at www.syracuseparks.org and click on the events button at the top of the page.
