The 2009 call for entries in the annual SCNPA contest is now open.

Cost to enter is free for SCNPA members.

You can download application forms, contest schedule and instructions here.

Prizes will be handed out for SCNPA Photographer of the year, Best in Show and Clip Contest Photographer of the year. Door prizes will be drawn throughout the judging.

Schedule of events:

8-9 a.m. - Breakfast, coffee and bagels provided.

9-9:30 a.m. - Judging of student and individual categories begins.

Noon - Lunch for judges and staff.

1 p.m. - Still photo and multimedia judging continues, with closed portfolio judging.

5 p.m - Judges panel discussion on the state of the industry and related topics.

6:30 p.m - Awards presentation and viewing of Pictures of the year.

7 p.m. - SCNPA members meeting and elections.

7:30 p.m. - Adjourn and dinner.

If you have any questions about the contest you can email SCNPA president Gerry Melendez at gerrymelendez@gmail.com.