Size: Perimeter of print must be between 36" and 60".
Print must be flush mounted on black foam core or black styrene.
Label the back of print with: Exhibitor's name, class and indicate orientation.
Exhibitor may include a statement of 25 words or less.
Judging: The scale of points by which the classes are to be judged:
Creativity 30
Composition 20
Technical Skill 25
Conformance/Interpretation 10
Distinction 15
Total: 100
Guidelines:
Photographs previously entered in any GCA or GCA Major or non-GCA Major Flower Show may not be entered in competition again.
Each photograph must be the work of the exhibitor, under whose name it is registered. Mounting and printing may be done professionally.
Any manipulation at any stage must be the work of the exhibitor. This includes enhancement for color or clarity, removal of a part of the image, combining images, or distorting the original subject.
Photography entries are limited to subjects consistent with Garden Club of America interests such as horticulture, floral design, gardens/landscapes, conservation and the environment, historic preservation, civic improvement and the natural world. Plant material is not required in photographs.
Photographs must between 36” and 60” in total perimeter measurement. All entries must be mounted on black foam core or styrene. Framing or matting is not allowed.
The following information must be written on the bottom left hand side of the back of the photography mounting: Name, address, phone number(s) e-mail addressesand class entered. The top of the photograph must be indicated.