In order to get young people involved in photography, the Photographic Society of Chattanooga annually sponsors the Youth Photography Showcase for students ages 14 through 19 and attending high school or its equivalent. The goal is to highlight outstanding photographs from high school age students from public, private and home schools, as well as youth groups. This is an excellent opportunity for students to share their work across all boundaries and receive recognition for their efforts.
The Youth Photography Showcase (in its 15th year) opened on Feb. 1, and will close on March 1. This year, only digital images may be entered – no prints. There is no entry fee.
There are six categories:
1. Architecture (1)
2. People/Animals (1)
3. Scapes (1)
4. Photojournalism (1)
5. Color Photographer's Choice or Creative (2)
6. Monochrome Photographer's Choice or Creative (2)
Go to the PSC website: https://chattanoogaphoto.org/activities/youth-photography/ for more details and the submission form.
There will be a cash prize for the Best of Show and ribbons for honorable mention, third, second and first places in each category. Certificates will be given for images selected to be sent to the Photographic Society of America for competition there.
For more information, contact the YPS Chairperson at youthcontest@chattanoogaphoto.org.