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Black & White - Win over £1,400 worth of photography goodies! One Winner per month!

1 Nov 2009 - 30 Nov 2009
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Black & White

This month we want to see your best Black & White images. It can People, Architecture, Abandoned Places (creepy looking if you wish) Urban, Abstract or Objects... anything really, so long as it fits the competition theme.

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This photographic package is worth over £1,400 to one lucky winner, and the winning image will be featured on the Mirror's website as well as on ePHOTOzine.
The picture editor and staff photographer of the Daily Mirror newspaper will judge the competition, so now is your chance to shine!

Remember, you have to be in it to win it!

Two entries allowed per member!

Good luck!

New to ePHOTOzine? To enter for free, simply register, upload to the competition and tell all your family and friends.

Prize Details

GE E1255W Digital Camera

GE cameras. Your Life. Your Story

A versatile and powerful camera—with 12.2 megapixels, 5 x wide angle optical zoom and an auto brightness adjust 3 inch LCD.

The E1255W has a smart, chic and compact design that fits every occasion. The new range of GE cameras offers a host of advanced features including Pan-Capture Panorama and Auto Scene Detection. For stunning people pictures time after time all GE cameras feature Face,Smile and even Blink Detection.

For more information visit http://www.general-imaging.com/

 

Epson Style Photo P50 & Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper

The Epson Stylus Photo P50 is a great value printer that lets you print better-than-lab-quality photos at home. Epson’s Micro Piezo™ print head technology combined with Epson Claria Photographic Ink, produces Hi-Definition images that last a lifetime. You can print borderless photos up to A4 size and give CDs and DVDs a personal touch by printing directly onto suitable discs. We’ve even included a pack of Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper to get you started. It is cost-effective too because the Epson Stylus Photo P50 uses individual ink cartridges, so you only need to replace the colour used.

For more information visit http://www.epson.co.uk/

 

Lexar Professional UDMA Dual-Slot USB Reader & 8GB JumpDrive TwistTurn

The Lexar Professional UDMA Dual-Slot USB Reader is a high-performance reader with a compact, portable design that enables the fastest download speeds from the highest capacity CompactFlash® (CF) and Secure Digital (SD™) cards. Fully compatible with UDMA CF, standard CF, SD High Capacity (SDHC), and SD cards, the reader provides versatility and the ability to leverage blazing-fast UDMA CF card speeds.

Lexar JumpDrive TwistTurn is a high-capacity USB flash drive that provides a convenient solution for storing, transferring, and sharing multimedia and more. These drives have a durable rotating jacket with capless design, and are available in a different stylish colour for each of its varying capacities (ranging from 2GB to 32GB).

For more information visit http://www.lexar.com/

 

Kata 3N1-20 Sling Backpack

Kata has built on the success of its DPS range of carrying solutions with its popular 3N1 sling backpacks.

The Kata 3N1–10, 3N1–20 and 3N1-30 are convenient and easy to use allowing the user to move the bag from sling to backpack and back again in just seconds – ideal for busy photographers on the move.

Kata is giving away a fantastic new 3N1-20 Sling Backpack.

For more information visit www.bogenimaging.co.uk

 

Manfrotto 7321YB Tripod

Manfrotto is a system of solutions able to support you and your photo and video passion.

The light and compact 7321YB is a tripod-head system with built-in video/photo 3 way head with ergonomic bar, independent pan and tilt locks and quick release plate. The legs are adjustable at two different angles and comes with a carrying bag.

Manfrotto is giving away one of these fantastic tripods!

For more information visit www.bogenimaging.co.uk

 

1x Digital Field Guide Series book & 1x Photo Workshop Series book

Capture the perfect picture with photography books from Wiley.

Our Digital Field Guides are packed with photos, illustrations and quick tips to help you get to know your camera model – whether it is a Nikon, Canon or Sony. Then if you want to master artistic techniques such as composition, macro, HDR and exposure, our Photo Workshop series can teach you the skills you need. But these series are merely the tip of the iceberg! Whether you are a beginner or an advanced photographer you will find a Wiley photography book to suit your needs.

For more information visit http://www.wiley.com/

 

Park Cameras - Adobe Photoshop Elements 7.0

Park Cameras, based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, is one of the UK’s leading photographic retailers offering one of the widest range of products and services to meet the needs of all photographers. Supporting ePHOTOzine’s ‘Smile’ photographic competition we are delighted to offer a copy of the leading photo-editing software; Adobe Photoshop Elements 7.0 (Windows). With Photoshop Elements 7.0 you can make ordinary photos extraordinary, tell amazing stories with them, and share them virtually everywhere.

For more information visit http://www.parkcameras.com/

 

Photo Canvas From PhotoArtistry

Imagine your artwork or photos as fine art canvas prints portrayed in very crisp and vibrant colours. We use pigment based inks to make sure that your canvas prints last a long time without fading. We also put an extra special protection over the canvas prints to make sure it does not get damaged from scratches and splashes. Corners will not fade or crack. We are proud to be the ePHOTOzine Photo Of The Week Sponsor for the 3rd consective year.

For more information visit http://www.photoartistry.co.uk

 

Annabel Williams £80 Voucher for Photography Training Course

Headed by Catherine Connor, business guru, and Annabel Williams, recognised world-class photographer, the unique and dynamic training methods of Annabel Williams Contemporary Photographic Training (CPT) have assisted in the development of over 3,000 successful photographic businesses. Whatever your level of experience and whatever your photographic interest CPT has the perfect course for you!

For more information visit http://www.annabelwilliams.com/

 

£100 voucher for Lakeland Photographic Holidays Workshops

LPH is the leading photographic centre in the UK focussing on Landscape photography. LPH is based in the northern lake district and offer photographic workshops all year, including Landscape, Nature and Black and White photography. All of the workshops are led by John Gravett and are based in a dedicated photographic centre, providing superior quality accommodation and excellent home-cooked Cumbrian food. The prize of £100 voucher covers the deposit against any of our 2010 workshops. This is not available as a cash transaction.

For more information visit http://www.lakelandphotohols.com/

 

 

2GB SanDisk Sansa CLIP From PicStop

The 2GB SanDisk Sansa CLIP is a tiny wearable MP3 Player ideal for use during exercise or when travelling. The compact Sansa Clip comes with a fashionable clip for wearing anywhere. Other features include: FM radio, microphone, long-lasting rechargeable battery and a bright screen for exceptionally easy navigation of tunes.

Key features

  • FM Radio
  • Voice Recorder
  • 15hrs Playback*
  • Charge via USB
  • 2 Year Warranty

For more information visit www.picstop.co.uk

Crumpler PP 70 Bag From Intro2020

Every now and again you need something really brilliant to wrap around something else that is really brilliant. This is when you need The Crumpler P.P! The P.P. is a sexy little neoprene pocket pouch designed purely for protecting your valuables. Features - Super soft, super stretchy, super shiny neoprene, strong zip for super strong closing; special zip protection to keep your digi gear from scratching; internal mesh pocket for flash cards, ear phones or other small accessories.

For more information visit www.intro2020.co.uk

 

Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM From Intro2020

The Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM is designed with the serious photographer in mind. Its sturdy prehensile legs help achieve a steady shot with your SLR and zoom lenses. It attaches to any standard SLR cameras, video cameras, or even your own tripod head. The Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM can support a whopping six pounds, while still maintaining its compact size. Whether you're using your SLR camera to shoot time-lapse photos, get up close with a macro lens, capture your daughter's winning goal from the sidelines, or snap images for the local newspaper, Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM is the perfect companion for your next adventure. Throw one in your bag and start shooting like a pro!

For more information visit www.intro2020.co.uk

 

Double Lighting DVD Package From Lovegrove Consulting

High quality training DVDs, presented by Damien Lovegrove - Your choice of either Double Lighting or Double Wedding DVDs. Damien has become one of the foremost trainers of photography and entrepreneurial business strategies in our industry. These DVDs share every bit of knowledge needed to create stunning pictures by natural light & flash inside and out, in both sunny and overcast conditions.

For full details on the content of each DVD please visit the website http://www.lovegroveconsulting.com/

 

 

CrazyTalk 6 From Reallusion

CrazyTalk 6 is a revolutionary tool for creating sophisticated, zaney or dramatic talking characters for unique digital content. Simply import an image and CrazyTalk guides you through the process to bring it to life with wizard-like menus for beginners and in-depth power editors for pros. With Automatic Audio Lip-sync from Text and Voice, Crazy Talk 6 can enliven videos and web pages with a virtual host for unique animated content.

For more information visit http://www.reallusion.com

 

 

2 Years e2 Membership & ePHOTOzine Camera Strap

Camera strap

The ePHOTOzine Deluxe Neoprene Style Camera Strap has an embroidered ePHOTOzine logo at each end. The elasticated nature of the strap creates an apparent reduction in the weight and it has a rubberised backing to ensure it stays gripped to your shoulder. The length can be adjusted to control camera height when the strap is worn over your shoulder or around your neck.

e2 Membership

e2 membership gives you even more access to the UK's friendliest online photographic magazine. By becoming an e2 member you gain access to larger photo uploads, a superb showcase, the versions gallery, visual picture critiques, personal mini calendar and bookmarks, your very own user awards and much more. e2 is the perfect way to get involved in ePHOTOzine's friendly community.

 

Competition Rules

By entering the competition, entrants agree to be bound by the rules and by any other requirements set out on ePHOTOzine.

  • The following people are excluded from entering the competition: (1) Direct and indirect employees, staff and their relatives of the supplier of the prize or prizes (2) The publishers of ePHOTOzine (3) Advertisers or sponsors of ePHOTOzine.
  • Only two entries per competition are allowed per person.
  • In the interest of fairness, images that have been uploaded onto ePHOTOzine and received either Highly Commended or Editor's Choice awards will not be eligible to win. Therefore, please do not enter any 'award' photos into competitions.
  • Pictures should be saved at the indicated size suggested on the upload page.
  • We reserve the right to remove images that have not been submitted correctly, ie too small.
  • All entries must be submitted through the ePHOTOzine competition web page and will not be accepted via any other means, eg, post, fax or e-mail.
  • No responsibility is accepted for incomplete entries due to server error or other causes beyond our control.
  • One winning entry will be chosen, by an ePHOTOzine or guest judge. This will be the image which, in the judge's opinion is the most original and of highest quality and meets the theme. The judge's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
  • ePHOTOzine reserves the right to disqualify incomplete or illegal entries.
  • The prize winner will receive the prize as featured in the corresponding month's competition. There is no cash alternative to the prize as stated.
  • Unfortunately, due to restrictions from the sponsor, only UK entries are eligible to win a prize. Overseas members can, however, enter for the competitive element, but if an overseas entry wins, no prize will be given and it will be transferred to the next available competition slot.
  • The deadline for entering the competition is midnight (GMT) on the last day of the calendar month in which the competition is being held, unless otherwise stated
  • The winner or winners will be notified by e-mail within 28 days of the end of the competition. Winner's details will be posted on ePHOTOzine within 28 days of the end of the competition.
  • The winner must acknowledge his or her win within three weeks of being notified via email or the prize may be re-allocated to the next-placed winner.
  • All entrants agree that their name and images can be displayed and used in promotion for future competitions on ePHOTOzine. The winning entry may be used by the sponsor as a promotional image. The terms of this would be agreed with ePHOTOzine and the sponsor before the prize is announced. By entering the competition you have confirmed you have authorised this.
  • The name of the winner may be published on ePHOTOzine after he or she has acknowledged their win.
  • We reserve the right not to hold a competition in any given month.
  • ePHOTOzine only provides the means of entry to the competition and does not normally supply the competition prizes. The sponsors are therefore liable for the prize.
  • We reserve the right to modify these rules without notice. (Last modified: 6th November 2009)