​​GEMBOREE COMPETITION 
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April 24, 2024

Rules and Guidelines

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Rules:

•  Please email your images to [email protected]
•  Entries must be received by April 10, 2024
•  No more than one image per member may be entered in any one theme
•  It is not mandatory to enter all seven themes, but if you do, you are eligible for the Traders Group Cup
•  Images previously entered in a judged MCC competition or challenge are not eligible
•  Images should have a maximum width of 3840 pixels and a maximum height of 2160 pixels

 
Judging Criteria:

• Adherence to theme: 30%
• Originality: 30%
• Composition: 20%
• Technical (focus, DoF, etc.): 20%

Images will be presented with their titles, so try to think of a phrase that complements your photographic message. The standard MCC image dimensions of 3840 x 2160 pixels (width x height) will be used. 

​Note: Images NOT portraying the category title may be disqualified.

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Gemboree 2024 Themes

After review by the Executive Committee, I am pleased to present this year’s themes:

G1

Flowers
​in B&W

Black & white is a form of monochromatic photography that consists solely of shades of pure gray tones. In the absence of colour, there is an emphasis on lines, shapes, tone, contrast, textures, and patterns. Try decluttering or blurring the background by using a shallow depth of field. You want your floral subject to stand out.

G2

Showing Perspective

Perspective in photography refers to the way in which the photographer captures the subject from a particular angle, distance, and vantage point.

It is an essential element that directly affects how the viewer perceives the subject. An effective perspective creates a sense of depth, texture, and dimension in the photograph. Show us images that play on perspective.
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• Change your point of view: Experiment with different angles and viewpoints, move around your subject to find the best possible shots. Tilt, pan, and zoom to capture the subject creatively.
• Get low or high: Shooting from a low or high angle can add a new dimension to your photographs.
• Play with depth of field: Using different apertures can help you control the depth of field and the amount of the background that is in focus.

G3

Rust

Use any angle or composition, but rust should be the primary subject.​

G4

People Playing

One or more people, indoor, outdoor, young or old. Experiment with various focal lengths, shutter speeds, and apertures to enhance the story behind your image.

G5

Staircase

​Look for unique angles that emphasize the leading lines and/or unique design elements or colours of the staircase.  It can be interior or exterior, as long as the staircase is the main subject.

G6

Shadow

Shadows should be a prominent part of the composition to either enhance the subject, or as the subject itself.

G7

Urban Reflections

If possible, it can be helpful to get close to the reflective surface, be it water, glass, or some other polished surface. Usually, it is best to not include the light source in the frame. The reflection can be enhanced if the reflective surface is in a shaded area

Our club outings are an excellent opportunity to hone your skills and to get helpful advice for the themes.

​Good luck and have fun shooting! 
Michael Folinsbee
[email protected]