archived blog - 28 May 2007

Archangel Fireworks Photography Contest 2007

Ok all you photographers out there, taking pictures of fireworks can be a daunting task but it can also be a lot of fun and a good way to challenge your photography skills. This summer we will be holding our first ever photography contest. Throughout the summer Archangel Fireworks shoots many shows all across Manitoba and in Western Ontario which means lots of oppourtunities to take photos of fireworks. Send us your prettiest, most creative or if you are new at photographing fireworks, your first attempt!

First prize will receive a Proud Canadian ($150.00 fireworks package)

Second prize will receive a Rock and Roll ($80.00 fireworks package)

Third prize will receive a Body Slam ($40.00 fireworks package)

Contest closes Tuesday, September 4th, 2007. Winners will be announced on September 10th, 2007.Rules and Regulations:1. Photos must be digitally submitted no later then 11:59pm Tuesday September 4th 2007 to leiah@archangelfireworks.com with the subject line "Archangel Fireworks Photography Contest 2007". All files must be .jpeg format and no smaller then 4x6 and 200 dpi. All submissions must include submitters name, phone number, email address and the show Location, event and date. (Only shows shot by Archangel Fireworks will be considered)
2. To be considered in this contest, all submissions must be original, unpublished photographs taken at fireworks shows shot by Archangel Fireworks Inc. By submitting your entry, the contestant grants Archangel Fireworks Inc. the unrestricted and exclusive rights to use the photograph(s) for any purpose. This includes but is not limited to, publishing your photograph(s) in print or electronic form for promotional purposes without further compensation, and the right to use the photographers name as a credit along with the photograph. The photographer must own all rights to any photographs entered in this contest. It is the responsibility of the contestant to ensure that publication of this photograph(s) raises no legal claims. Accordingly, you hereby agree to compensate Archangel Fireworks Inc. fully regarding any claims arising out of the use of your photograph(s). Photograph(s) previously published in full or in part in any other publications, contests ect, will be disqualified.
3. Contestants may submit multiple entries from either the same show or different shows but they must all be labelled with the show location, event and date.
4. Winners names and their winning photographs will be announced on www.archangelfireworks.com once the constest closes and winners are chosen. Winners will also be notified via email.
5. All prizes must be accepted as awarded, and are not convertible to cash. Because the prizes are fireworks you must be 18 to accept your prize. Archangel Fireworks Inc. will accept prizes from submitters under the age of 18 but prizes must be claimed by a parent or legal guardian.
6. A panel of judges with knowledge in both fireworks and photography will judge eligible entries. Desicions of the contest judges are final.
With all of that said, dust off your cameras, check out this linkon fireworks photography tips and keep checking back with us for all of our upcoming shows. Most of all, HAVE FUN!