8x10 Amateur Photography Competition 2027

Eligibility & Terms

This exhibition is open to ALL (adults and children) amateur photographers.

ALL PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE CROPPED TO 8″ x 10″.

All photographs submitted online will be printed 8”x10”.

Enter in the categories/themes of:

1. Inspired by Music 

2. Minimalist 

3. Self Portrait

*The LAC/SEAA defines an amateur photographer as anyone who photographs as a hobby and does not earn from their photography on a regular basis or who has not had substantial training/experience in photography that would give them an unfair advantage over other amateur photographers.

Awards & Prizes

Over $700 of Photography Prizes to be won! Awards in EACH of the 3 categories:

1st Place – 18” x 24” Print ($95 Value)

2nd Place – 16” x 20” Print ($79 Value)

3rd Place – 10” x 14” Print ($57 Value)

*choice of canvas or dry mount to form core printed by SPEEDPRINT

People’s Choice – LAC Framing Gift Card ($150 Value)

*can be used for LAC professional framing services.
*visitor votes tallied at the end of exhibit, one vote per person.

Jurying

Entries will be judged objectively by a professional photographer on the basis of creativity, visual impact, technique and use of the category/theme. All entries will be judged together.

This year’s juror: Syx Langemann

Syx Langemann is a Windsor-based photographer and visual artist with over 30 years of experience exploring the art of photography. Picking up his first camera in 1993, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Photography from the University of Windsor in 1999.

Throughout his career, Syx has developed a distinctive creative approach to photography, combining artistic vision, technical expertise, and a deep appreciation for light and composition. His work has been exhibited in galleries, featured on magazine covers, and acquired for private collections.

Beyond his photographic practice, Syx is an educator, sharing his knowledge and passion for photography through courses and workshops.

Continuously evolving as an artist, Syx remains dedicated to exploring the creative possibilities of photography and encouraging others to develop their own unique visual voice.

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