In an effort to keep the City of Porterville’s (COP) website current, relevant and with fresh content, the City will once again be hosting a photography contest in search of images that can be used primarily for the header and footer portions of the website; however, submitted images may be used in multiple areas of the site.
The City is requesting submittals from any photographer, whether professional, amateur, or hobbyist, portraying local life and scenery in Porterville and the surrounding area. Visa/MC Gift Cards will be awarded as prizes to the top 3 photos selected by the Website Committee. Gift card amounts are $75 for 1st place, $50 for 2nd place and $25 for 3rd place. Just in time for last minute Holiday shopping, the City of Porterville hopes that the winners will use their gift cards at local businesses. Individuals whose photo has been selected will also receive space on the COP website for a short profile, with a link to their website, if applicable and appropriate.
The subject matter of the submittals is not limited; however, photos must portray something unique to Porterville, and be in good taste, as determined by the selection committee.
This is a great opportunity for aspiring photographers, artists and entrepreneurs to be published and get their name out in the local community. We encourage any and all submissions that meet the Website Photo Contest Guidelines and Rules.
Submittals may begin immediately and will be accepted until November 30, 2010. It is also possible the City will resume the contest at a later date if additional submittals are needed.
- Photos must be the original full size versions (no cropped images), so that we can maximize the orientation and composition to fit the banner or footer as required.
- Photos must be in original digital JPG format only, 300 dpi, no prints or scanned images will be accepted.
- There is no limit to the number of photos you may submit, and multiple images from one photographer may be chosen and used throughout the years.
- Photos will be accepted in color or black/white, so as to maintain the artistic integrity intended by the photographer.
- Minor alterations and improvements of photographs with image enhancing software will be allowed, however photos should be realistic and portray real locations and residents. If any alterations are made other than color/contrast adjustments, etc., photographer will disclose those alterations.
- Images should be unique to Porterville and the surrounding area. We are looking for images that portray the lifestyle of this area, the quality of life this area represents and its residents.
- Subject matter must be appropriate and non-offensive, as determined by the selection committee.
- Photo must be accompanied by photographer’s name, address, phone number, photo location, date photo was taken, subject matter and model/property release, if applicable.
- No monetary compensation will be provided for any selected photos. Photographers will be notified if their submission is chosen, and they will receive a published profile on the COP website (in addition to the Gift Card if in the top 3), with a link to their website, if appropriate. Photos will be used for a period of time to be determined by COP, ranging on average from 1 to 3 months. Profiles will be published for as long as the photograph is in use, and will be archived for further viewing for a period of approximately 6 months.
- COP may use submitted images in a collage with other photos not taken by the same photographer. Appropriate credit will be given.
- Photographers do not need to be a resident of the City of Porterville in order to submit photos.
- COP reserves the right to use photos in any way they choose on the City’s website, and to provide additional digital alterations to said photos if they deem necessary.
- By submitting photos, the photographer declares that he/she owns the copyrights to said photograph and is granting the COP permission to use the photos as they wish for the website.
- Photos should be emailed to the City of Porterville IT Department at it-dept@ci.porterville.ca.us.
- Questions should be directed to Theresa Sheridan at 791-7842.
