It's our first challenge!
Since this month will only be open to a small handful of invited participants, I thought we would go with a very broad topic, something that each of us could use as a guide to create a vast array of unique photographs but all surrounding a common theme. The topic is "The Golden Hour", that special time of natural light in the early morning after dawn and early evening right before dusk. The light isn't too hard or too bright, and everything naturally just seems to look better.
For some education/inspiration, check out this article at Digital Photography School here.
So let this be your push to go out and take more photographs. Spend a few mornings or evenings out and about with your camera, and try to improve upon every shot you take. Choose your best one, and send it in!
Rules/Regs/FAQs can be found in the previous posts, but here are some quick notes.
Digital file of your photograph should be emailed to glassburners@enterthedarkroom.com by the 25th of the month. File should be 72dpi and no wider than 1280 pixels. Film or instant entries should be scanned and submitted.
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Enjoy this challenge! I can't wait to see the entries, and I can't wait to see what the new challenge will be next month!
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Saturday, June 22, 2013
FAQ
Q : Do I need to sign up to be a member?
A : No. Just submit your entry!
Q : Can I submit more than one entry?
A : Nope. Pick your best work! This is what it's all about!
Q : When is my photo due each month?
A : Photo entries are due on the 25th of each month. Photos are generally judged within 2-6 days after that, winners are announced by the 1st of the following month. You can submit your photo after the due date if you wish to be critiqued, but ultimately any tardy entries will be disqualified.
Q : Can I invite my friends to participate?
A : Absolutely. Glassburners is for everybody! Even your grandma!
Q : Can I submit work I have created in previous months or years?
A : Any submission to a monthly challenge should be a creation you have made during the challenge month. The goal of Glassburners Photo Club is to motivate us to get out and shoot more, not operate the search function in Adobe Bridge. If you have a work that fits perfectly into this months challenge, go out and make it better!
Q : How do I submit a picture?
A : All digital files should be electronically mailed to glassburners@enterthedarkroom.com. For a detailed look into the details of submission, check out our Nitty Gritty Rules and Regs Post.
Q : Can I edit or enhance my images?
A : You bet. Some people are "purists" in that they feel the image should be complete after the shutter button is clicked. This has never been my philosophy, and I will explain why. I used to do all kinds of post production in the darkroom. I could adjust exposure and contrast. I could superimpose, or otherwise create "layers". I would touch up dust marks or other imperfections with pens after the print was developed. I would dye my images sepia or blue to create a different effect. Photoshop just makes all that a whole lot easier, that's all. Edit away my friends.
Q : I don't have access to the Internet. Can I submit via mail or in person?
A : Really??
A : No. Just submit your entry!
Q : Can I submit more than one entry?
A : Nope. Pick your best work! This is what it's all about!
Q : When is my photo due each month?
A : Photo entries are due on the 25th of each month. Photos are generally judged within 2-6 days after that, winners are announced by the 1st of the following month. You can submit your photo after the due date if you wish to be critiqued, but ultimately any tardy entries will be disqualified.
A : Absolutely. Glassburners is for everybody! Even your grandma!
Q : Can I submit work I have created in previous months or years?
A : Any submission to a monthly challenge should be a creation you have made during the challenge month. The goal of Glassburners Photo Club is to motivate us to get out and shoot more, not operate the search function in Adobe Bridge. If you have a work that fits perfectly into this months challenge, go out and make it better!
Q : How do I submit a picture?
A : All digital files should be electronically mailed to glassburners@enterthedarkroom.com. For a detailed look into the details of submission, check out our Nitty Gritty Rules and Regs Post.
Q : Can I edit or enhance my images?
A : You bet. Some people are "purists" in that they feel the image should be complete after the shutter button is clicked. This has never been my philosophy, and I will explain why. I used to do all kinds of post production in the darkroom. I could adjust exposure and contrast. I could superimpose, or otherwise create "layers". I would touch up dust marks or other imperfections with pens after the print was developed. I would dye my images sepia or blue to create a different effect. Photoshop just makes all that a whole lot easier, that's all. Edit away my friends.
A : Really??
THE NITTY GRITTY - RULES AND REGS (updated June 22, 2013)
The following are a list of simple guidelines that must be followed in order to submit a monthly entry. These are designed specifically to nurture you into a more polished, well-rounded photographer, as well as promote seamless simple judging.
1. Each participant must submit a digital copy of your work to :
glassburners@enterthedarkroom.com
The digital file should be set to 72 dpi and should be no larger than 1280 pixels wide.
Digital files will be displayed on our blog site for all members and non- members to view. The winner for each month will have their photograph displayed as the banner for the following month.
2. Name Your Work. Each digital photo must contain the artists name and title of the work as the file name, as well as the subject line in your email submission. This greatly assists in the judging and print return process.
3. Prizes. At first, winning entries each month will be featured on the Glassburners blog and The Darkroom Photography and Design's website with credit to the artist and promotions for your company or personal website. Eventually we would like to offer print credits or sponsored prizes. This certainly is not a far-fetched goal.
4. Deadlines. A new challenge will be available on the Glassburners blog on the first of each month. Entries are due by the 25th of each month. Entries received after the deadline may or may not be displayed on the website, but will not be judged. Please keep in mind turn around time for digital prints as well as days when the Postal Service is not open for business. In-person drop offs are not accepted. Notifications and reminders will be available on Twitter and Facebook.
The Long and the Short of it:
Each entry needs to be submitted digitally via email. Each entry should contain the name of the artist and the name of the image. Winners get a prize. Don't miss deadlines. Easy peasy.
Any questions or clarifications should be found on the FAQ post. Additional questions can be submitted via email, our Facebook page, or through the comment section below.
1. Each participant must submit a digital copy of your work to :
glassburners@enterthedarkroom.com
The digital file should be set to 72 dpi and should be no larger than 1280 pixels wide.
Digital files will be displayed on our blog site for all members and non- members to view. The winner for each month will have their photograph displayed as the banner for the following month.
2. Name Your Work. Each digital photo must contain the artists name and title of the work as the file name, as well as the subject line in your email submission. This greatly assists in the judging and print return process.
3. Prizes. At first, winning entries each month will be featured on the Glassburners blog and The Darkroom Photography and Design's website with credit to the artist and promotions for your company or personal website. Eventually we would like to offer print credits or sponsored prizes. This certainly is not a far-fetched goal.
4. Deadlines. A new challenge will be available on the Glassburners blog on the first of each month. Entries are due by the 25th of each month. Entries received after the deadline may or may not be displayed on the website, but will not be judged. Please keep in mind turn around time for digital prints as well as days when the Postal Service is not open for business. In-person drop offs are not accepted. Notifications and reminders will be available on Twitter and Facebook.
The Long and the Short of it:
Each entry needs to be submitted digitally via email. Each entry should contain the name of the artist and the name of the image. Winners get a prize. Don't miss deadlines. Easy peasy.
Any questions or clarifications should be found on the FAQ post. Additional questions can be submitted via email, our Facebook page, or through the comment section below.
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