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Competition Rules Jan 2012
A Projected Image is either a conventionally Projected Slide OR a Projected Digital Image (PDI) from suitable projectors.
The Schedule of Competitions showing Entry & Competition Dates; and Competition & Entry Details is published each season.
MID SUSSEX CAMERA CLUB - COMPETITION RULES
1 COMPETITION ENTRIES
Competition entries will be in the form of prints or projected images.
1.1 Prints: must not exceed 500mm x 400mm in size and must be mounted on approved card mounts which should comply with the same maximum dimensions. Each entry must show the competitor’s club membership number, together with the title, at the bottom left hand corner on the reverse of the mount. No other means of identification should be shown.
Monochrome prints can be toned with a maximum of two tones. A monochrome tinted print should contain no more than one added colour.
Members are encouraged to use print mounts of the maximum size as many external competitions will not permit photographic entries less than this size. Additionally the risk of damage is always greater when prints of mixed sizes are transported in storage boxes.
1.2 Projected Images: comprise either conventionally projected slides or projected digital images (PDIs).
(a) Slides: must be correctly spotted and must be mounted in approved 2”x2” holders. They should show the spot and title on one side of the mount and the membership number on the reverse.
(b) Projected Digital Images: should be sized to a maximum of 1400 pixels wide by 1050 pixels high i.e. a 4:3 ratio. Competitors are free to utilise the space within these dimensions as they choose. PDIs should be submitted in jpeg file format with high quality (12) compression, using SRGB colour space. PDIs should be named as follows to be accepted: nn_image title where “nn” is the club membership number and “image title” is the title of the image e.g. 04_Brighton Pier.
1.3 No image can be entered into the same competition twice. Moreover, no print previously entered into competition may be re-entered as a projected image, and no projected image previously entered into competition may be re-entered as a print. However, the same image can be entered into different competitions so, for instance, the same image can be entered into a monthly competition, then a Natural History competition then a Panel competition then the Photograph of the Year competition, provided it satisfies the criteria for those different competitions.
1.4 All work must be the original work of the author, including all of the elements where the final image results from combining more than one element. A copy of another person’s work is not eligible unless obviously presented as a record of that work.
1.5 Any new competition entry of the same or similar subject to a previously entered
image, must depict a significantly different presentation of that subject matter. If
requested a competitor shall produce the previous entry for comparison.
1.6 Where more than one image is submitted for a competition, an order of
preference should be shown in case a reduction in the number of entries becomes
necessary.
Entries that do not conform with the above requirements will be disqualified at the discretion of the competition secretaries.
2 COMPETITION CLASSES
2.1 There are three competition classes each for prints and projected images: Preliminary, Intermediate and Advanced. New members will enter the Preliminary class for both prints and projected images unless they can produce evidence to the Committee’s satisfaction of a higher standard of ability. If the numbers in the Preliminary class is low, the Committee may suspend that class for the duration of the season.
2.2 A number of the highest scoring competitors in the Preliminary and Intermediate classes at the end of each season may be promoted to the next higher class for the following season. The number promoted may be up to one third of the number by which competitors in the class, at any time in the previous season, exceeds the corresponding number in the next highest class, to the nearest whole number. In any case, the winners in each class will be promoted. Competitors will not necessarily be in the same class for both prints and projected images.
2.3 Notwithstanding the above, the Committee may at its discretion invite other members to accept promotion.
2.4 Any competitor in the Intermediate or Advanced classes my request that the Committee grant him or her demotion to the next lower class, which request may or may not be granted.
2.5 Where slides and PDIs are included in the same competition they will be viewed, judged and marked together as Projected Images. A competitor may enter either slides or PDIs, not both.
3 COMPETITIONS
The Schedule of Competitions showing entry and competition dates together with entry details is published each season.
In general, for any one evening, there should be no more than 80 images to be commented on and marked by a judge (except for a panel competition where the panel will be commented on and marked as an entity). Notwithstanding the rules set out below for individual competitions, entries may need to be further limited if this maximum looks likely to be exceeded.
3.1 Monthly
Prints and projected images should be entered as either colour or monochrome, for each class. Entries must not have been previously entered into a monthly competition. The number of permissible entries for each competition will be decided at the beginning of each season and will be shown in the competition schedule for that season.
The overall winners for prints and projected images in each class will be those with the highest aggregate score at the end of the season. In cases where the maximum number of entries has been made (usually 10 for both prints and slides), the 2 lowest scoring entries may be discounted.
3.2 Themed Subject
This usually comprises one of the monthly competitions. Entries must be prints or projected images depicting any aspect of the themed subject for that competition, the interpretation of which shall be at the discretion of the author unless otherwise directed. The themed subject is to be decided by the Committee in time for the start of each new season.
3.3 Photograph of the Year
-Entries will be judged in the following categories:
-Colour prints : by class
-Monochrome prints: open
-Projected images: colour and monochrome, by class
One image will be chosen from all entries as the overall photograph of the year.
3.4 Natural History
Entries must be prints or projected images depicting any aspect of wild plant or animal life, excluding human subjects, to convey the essential truth of what the photographer saw at the time it was taken. No radical changes should be made to the original image, nor additions from any source, whether during processing in the darkroom, or through digital / electronic manipulation, although removal of minor blemishes or distractions is permissible. To have an accurate title with the common and / or scientific name of the subject; whimsical titles are not acceptable. In general, subjects will be seen to be free and unrestricted, in a natural, or adopted habitat; although when necessity dictates subjects photographed under controlled conditions may be permissible. The inclusion of human or man-made objects within the photograph is to be discouraged.
3.5 Sussex Competition
Entries must be sets of prints or projected images taken in Sussex and each must be titled to indicate its location. They must illustrate features, or characteristics, of the county of Sussex recognisable to those who know it well.
3.6 Panel Competition
Entries must comprise a set of between 3 and 6 images, of a related subject matter, to be judged as a cohesive whole. Print panels should be displayed on a maximum of two rows with a maximum of three prints per row. A hanging plan should be provided.
Projected images will be shown sequentially and an indication of the sequence should be provided. (which could be on a separate PDI). Sequences should demonstrate a logical continuity.
Each panel will be judged on its ability to make a cohesive statement. The theme of each panel should have one overall title: individual images may be titled but may not be announced or commented on.
3.7 Portrait
Entries must be portrait prints or projected images of a human subject. Any type of portrait is eligible, from candid to classical and from head only to full length.
3.8 Pairs
Entries must be pairs of prints or projected images that will be shown and judged together. There must be a difference, but also a relationship one to the other and the originality and creativity used to emphasise this will be taken into account in the judging.
3.9 Knockout
Entries must be slides and they must not have been previously entered in ANY Mid-Sussex Camera Club competition. Entries will be projected two at a time and voted upon by the audience on a "knockout" basis.
4 DISCLAIMER
Neither the Mid Sussex Camera Club nor any officer or member shall be held responsible for any loss or damage to prints or projected images or other media entered into a club competition or exhibition or any other event.
5 AGREEMENTS
By choosing to enter any club competition you agree:
5.1 To make any image you have entered available for selection for external competition (which does not preclude you from using the image in any other way you choose). If for any reason you decide that you do not want the image to be considered for selection to represent the Club then the External Competition Secretary should be informed as soon as is practicable.
5.2 If as a member of Mid Sussex Camera Club you are also a member of another camera club which is likely to compete in an inter-club competition involving both clubs, you agree to only submit entries into any inter-club competition on behalf of a single club. The member will be able to choose which club he/she wishes to represent.
5.3 Any breach of these agreements may result in disqualification and/or the disallowance of any points gained during the season.
5.4 COPYRIGHT
By choosing to enter any club competition you also agree to waive copyright to the digital image file for the purpose of copying from your media (or club media) to another computer for that competition. The Competition Secretaries may also use that image in the gallery on the Club website or to compete in inter-club events.
201112competitionschedule201112
Competition Rules Jan 2012
A Projected Image is either a conventionally Projected Slide OR a Projected Digital Image (PDI) from suitable projectors.
The Schedule of Competitions showing Entry & Competition Dates; and Competition & Entry Details is published each season.
MID SUSSEX CAMERA CLUB - COMPETITION RULES
1 COMPETITION ENTRIES
Competition entries will be in the form of prints or projected images.
1.1 Prints: must not exceed 500mm x 400mm in size and must be mounted on approved card mounts which should comply with the same maximum dimensions. Each entry must show the competitor’s club membership number, together with the title, at the bottom left hand corner on the reverse of the mount. No other means of identification should be shown.
Monochrome prints can be toned with a maximum of two tones. A monochrome tinted print should contain no more than one added colour.
Members are encouraged to use print mounts of the maximum size as many external competitions will not permit photographic entries less than this size. Additionally the risk of damage is always greater when prints of mixed sizes are transported in storage boxes.
1.2 Projected Images: comprise either conventionally projected slides or projected digital images (PDIs).
(a) Slides: must be correctly spotted and must be mounted in approved 2”x2” holders. They should show the spot and title on one side of the mount and the membership number on the reverse.
(b) Projected Digital Images: should be sized to a maximum of 1400 pixels wide by 1050 pixels high i.e. a 4:3 ratio. Competitors are free to utilise the space within these dimensions as they choose. PDIs should be submitted in jpeg file format with high quality (12) compression, using SRGB colour space. PDIs should be named as follows to be accepted: nn_image title where “nn” is the club membership number and “image title” is the title of the image e.g. 04_Brighton Pier.
1.3 No image can be entered into the same competition twice. Moreover, no print previously entered into competition may be re-entered as a projected image, and no projected image previously entered into competition may be re-entered as a print. However, the same image can be entered into different competitions so, for instance, the same image can be entered into a monthly competition, then a Natural History competition then a Panel competition then the Photograph of the Year competition, provided it satisfies the criteria for those different competitions.
1.4 All work must be the original work of the author, including all of the elements where the final image results from combining more than one element. A copy of another person’s work is not eligible unless obviously presented as a record of that work.
1.5 Any new competition entry of the same or similar subject to a previously entered
image, must depict a significantly different presentation of that subject matter. If
requested a competitor shall produce the previous entry for comparison.
1.6 Where more than one image is submitted for a competition, an order of
preference should be shown in case a reduction in the number of entries becomes
necessary.
Entries that do not conform with the above requirements will be disqualified at the discretion of the competition secretaries.
2 COMPETITION CLASSES
2.1 There are three competition classes each for prints and projected images: Preliminary, Intermediate and Advanced. New members will enter the Preliminary class for both prints and projected images unless they can produce evidence to the Committee’s satisfaction of a higher standard of ability. If the numbers in the Preliminary class is low, the Committee may suspend that class for the duration of the season.
2.2 A number of the highest scoring competitors in the Preliminary and Intermediate classes at the end of each season may be promoted to the next higher class for the following season. The number promoted may be up to one third of the number by which competitors in the class, at any time in the previous season, exceeds the corresponding number in the next highest class, to the nearest whole number. In any case, the winners in each class will be promoted. Competitors will not necessarily be in the same class for both prints and projected images.
2.3 Notwithstanding the above, the Committee may at its discretion invite other members to accept promotion.
2.4 Any competitor in the Intermediate or Advanced classes my request that the Committee grant him or her demotion to the next lower class, which request may or may not be granted.
2.5 Where slides and PDIs are included in the same competition they will be viewed, judged and marked together as Projected Images. A competitor may enter either slides or PDIs, not both.
3 COMPETITIONS
The Schedule of Competitions showing entry and competition dates together with entry details is published each season.
In general, for any one evening, there should be no more than 80 images to be commented on and marked by a judge (except for a panel competition where the panel will be commented on and marked as an entity). Notwithstanding the rules set out below for individual competitions, entries may need to be further limited if this maximum looks likely to be exceeded.
3.1 Monthly
Prints and projected images should be entered as either colour or monochrome, for each class. Entries must not have been previously entered into a monthly competition. The number of permissible entries for each competition will be decided at the beginning of each season and will be shown in the competition schedule for that season.
The overall winners for prints and projected images in each class will be those with the highest aggregate score at the end of the season. In cases where the maximum number of entries has been made (usually 10 for both prints and slides), the 2 lowest scoring entries may be discounted.
3.2 Themed Subject
This usually comprises one of the monthly competitions. Entries must be prints or projected images depicting any aspect of the themed subject for that competition, the interpretation of which shall be at the discretion of the author unless otherwise directed. The themed subject is to be decided by the Committee in time for the start of each new season.
3.3 Photograph of the Year
-Entries will be judged in the following categories:
-Colour prints : by class
-Monochrome prints: open
-Projected images: colour and monochrome, by class
One image will be chosen from all entries as the overall photograph of the year.
3.4 Natural History
Entries must be prints or projected images depicting any aspect of wild plant or animal life, excluding human subjects, to convey the essential truth of what the photographer saw at the time it was taken. No radical changes should be made to the original image, nor additions from any source, whether during processing in the darkroom, or through digital / electronic manipulation, although removal of minor blemishes or distractions is permissible. To have an accurate title with the common and / or scientific name of the subject; whimsical titles are not acceptable. In general, subjects will be seen to be free and unrestricted, in a natural, or adopted habitat; although when necessity dictates subjects photographed under controlled conditions may be permissible. The inclusion of human or man-made objects within the photograph is to be discouraged.
3.5 Sussex Competition
Entries must be sets of prints or projected images taken in Sussex and each must be titled to indicate its location. They must illustrate features, or characteristics, of the county of Sussex recognisable to those who know it well.
3.6 Panel Competition
Entries must comprise a set of between 3 and 6 images, of a related subject matter, to be judged as a cohesive whole. Print panels should be displayed on a maximum of two rows with a maximum of three prints per row. A hanging plan should be provided.
Projected images will be shown sequentially and an indication of the sequence should be provided. (which could be on a separate PDI). Sequences should demonstrate a logical continuity.
Each panel will be judged on its ability to make a cohesive statement. The theme of each panel should have one overall title: individual images may be titled but may not be announced or commented on.
3.7 Portrait
Entries must be portrait prints or projected images of a human subject. Any type of portrait is eligible, from candid to classical and from head only to full length.
3.8 Pairs
Entries must be pairs of prints or projected images that will be shown and judged together. There must be a difference, but also a relationship one to the other and the originality and creativity used to emphasise this will be taken into account in the judging.
3.9 Knockout
Entries must be slides and they must not have been previously entered in ANY Mid-Sussex Camera Club competition. Entries will be projected two at a time and voted upon by the audience on a "knockout" basis.
4 DISCLAIMER
Neither the Mid Sussex Camera Club nor any officer or member shall be held responsible for any loss or damage to prints or projected images or other media entered into a club competition or exhibition or any other event.
5 AGREEMENTS
By choosing to enter any club competition you agree:
5.1 To make any image you have entered available for selection for external competition (which does not preclude you from using the image in any other way you choose). If for any reason you decide that you do not want the image to be considered for selection to represent the Club then the External Competition Secretary should be informed as soon as is practicable.
5.2 If as a member of Mid Sussex Camera Club you are also a member of another camera club which is likely to compete in an inter-club competition involving both clubs, you agree to only submit entries into any inter-club competition on behalf of a single club. The member will be able to choose which club he/she wishes to represent.
5.3 Any breach of these agreements may result in disqualification and/or the disallowance of any points gained during the season.
5.4 COPYRIGHT
By choosing to enter any club competition you also agree to waive copyright to the digital image file for the purpose of copying from your media (or club media) to another computer for that competition. The Competition Secretaries may also use that image in the gallery on the Club website or to compete in inter-club events.
