SCWF Sponsors 2018 Photo Contest

Attention all amateur photographers! The S.C. Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is now sponsoring the 2018 annual Wildlife Photography Contest. Amateur photographers are invited to submit their best pictures capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature—both its natural landscapes and amazing and unique creatures. Contest categories are Carolina Critters, Scenes of South Carolina and Backyard Habitat. All photographs should be unaltered and accurately reflect the subject matter and the scene as it appeared.

Entries must be images taken within the state. Captive, domestic and exotic species will not be considered. The contest is open to amateur photographers only. SCWF employees, its board members and immediate family members are not eligible. Each photographer must submit a one-time entry fee of $15, which covers up to nine contest photo entries (three per category). Color or black and white prints can be submitted. Entries must be postmarked no later than midnight, Wednesday, October 31. For those that want printed pictures that are sent to be returned, a self-addressed, stamped envelope to fit the photographs should be included. Digital copies of photos will be kept on file.

The winners will be notified by the end of the year. First-, second- and third-place finishes will be awarded and published online. The first-place winner in each category will receive a $100 cash prize. Contest photo entries must be mailed to SCWF Photography Contest, 215 Pickens Street, Columbia, 29205, or sent electronically to [email protected].

Note: Contestants, by their entry, agree that the South Carolina Wildlife Federation may publish their images in SCWF publications or use on the SCWF website. Credits will be given when images are used.

For complete participation guidelines and additional contest details, call 803-256-0670 or visit scwf.org.