OPEN Colour
The content is unrestricted and may include creative images, with all forms of manipulation permitted. Any subject that is treated pictorially, embodying the elements of good design, arrangement or composition, which reflects the personal interpretation of the photographer. Images may only be in colour.
OPEN Black and White
Any work that is black, white or shades of grey. The content is unrestricted and may include creative images, with all forms of manipulation permitted. Any subject that is treated pictorially, embodying the elements of good design, arrangement or composition, which reflects the personal interpretation of the photographer. Images may only be in Black and White.
OPEN Animals
Images of living untamed or domesticated animals (including pets) in natural or other outdoor environments that may include objects made by humans. Images may feature single or multiple animals. An animal (for the purpose of this topic) is defined as a living being (with the exception of humans) that can breathe, move, eat, reproduce and react to the world through its senses (eg sight, smell, hearing). Therefore mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, fish are all animals for the purpose of this topic.
It is acceptable that evidence of a human environment the animal frequents is included, along with any supporting man-made accessories although photographs MAY NOT INCLUDE A PERSON OR PEOPLE.
Portrait
A close up picture of a person or persons in which the face, facial features as well as facial expressions are predominant. This topic may include candid photographs and formal portraits.
Must be a live human being (animals, manikins, statues, ornaments will not be accepted).
Open Non A Grade
The content is unrestricted and may include creative images, with all forms of manipulation permitted. Any subject that is treated pictorially, embodying the elements of good design, arrangement or composition, which reflects the personal interpretation of the photographer. Images may be in colour or black and white.
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