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Your images for the set subject of Australia (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 28th of January 2026.
Definition:
The topic can showcase and portray our diverse country in all its conditions, from the seasons to fire, drought, and flood, as well as its flora and fauna, its people, and its structures — be they railways, buildings, bridges, or more.
Your images for the set subject of Minimalism (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 25th of February 2026.
Definition:
An image making that relies on simplistic compositions, heavy use of space and elimination of clutter.
The main subject is often kept small in then frame or its presence kept to a minimum and exceptionally simple.
Your images for the set subject of Nautical (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 25th of March 2026.
Definition:
Relating to ships, sailors, sailing and navigation of the sea.
Your images for the set subject of People (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 22nd of April 2026.
Definition:
A photograph of one person or more that may range from a head studies to full body length.
This section includes candid photographs and formal portraits.
This may include accessories and backgrounds in character with the subject.
The image may be taken in a formal studio setting or in the community at large.
It may be in colour or monochrome.
Must be a live human being (mannikins, statues or ornaments will not be accepted).
Your images for the set subject of Monochrome (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 27th of May 2026.
Definition:
An image containing tones of only one colour.
This includes black-and-white photography (shades of neutral grey ranging from black to white) as well as images toned in sepia, cyan, blue, brown etc.
Partial toning or the addition of an extra colour is not allowed.
Your images for the set subject of Animal(s) (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 24th of June 2026.
Definition:
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 (except for 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 manmade accessories although photographs may not include people.
Your images for the set subject of Scapes (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 22nd of July 2026.
Definition:
A pictorial representation of land, sea, seashore, or urban environments that capture the aesthetic appeal of these outdoor settings.
It brings the viewer into the scenery and perfectly captures the settings, mood, and feeling in the location.
It can focus on wide-angle shots of landforms, rivers, estuaries, seas, seashore, city skylines, streetscapes and the like.
It may also involve closer shots of features of these environments.
If humans or animals are in the image, they should not be the main foci, but rather be intentionally present to give a sense of scale to the image.
Your images for the set subject of Reflections (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 26th of August 2026.
Definition:
Where the reflections of a subject provide the centre of interest.
They may be produced by water, windows, metal etc.
Mirror reflections are excluded.
Your images for the set subject of Close Up (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 23rd of September 2026.
Definition:
Is a type of shot that tightly frames a person or object.
Close-ups display the most detail, but they do not include the broader scene.
Your images for the set subject of Triptych (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 28th of October 2026.
Definition:
A triptych photo is created from three separate photographic panels, which can either be three distinct images that share a common theme or a single larger image divided into three sections.
Your images for the set subject of Annual Competition (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 11th of November 2026.
Definition:
Only images captured within the past 12 months from submission date are eligible.
Images that have received an Honour or a Merit may also be submitted into this competition.
The Competition Categories (one Image per Category) are:
• Print - Colour - Open Subject
• Print - Monochrome - Open Subject
• Digital Image - Colour - Open Subject
• Digital Image - Monochrome - Open Subject
The competition is conducted in two grades:
• A grade members
• B (includes both AB and B grade members)
Your images for the set subject of Nature (1 open subject images, 1 set subject Images) are due by 9PM Wednesday, 9th of December 2026.
Definition:
Nature photography records all branches of natural history except anthropology and archaeology.
This includes all aspects of the physical world, both animate and inanimate, that have not been made or modified by humans.
Controlling live subjects by chilling, anaesthetic or any other method of restricting natural movement for the purpose of a photograph is not allowed.
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