Getty Images searches for best of NZ’s captured moments in Grab photography competition
Getty Images is searching for iconic images of New Zealand with the launch of Grab, a competition that gives photography enthusiasts the opportunity to become Getty Images contributors and win a share in $5,500 of Canon equipment.
Grab aims to unearth and provide a platform for the outstanding creative talent that New Zealand has to offer. Anyone with a camera can enter and participate in Getty Images’ search for authentic imagery.
The brief is simple: ‘New Zealand Life Captured’. Entrants are required to submit up to ten of their best images that embrace the concept of community and culture, conveyed through a snapshot of everyday life in New Zealand. The captured moment could be anything from the love of a mother and child to grandparents stealing a cheeky kiss. Perhaps the photo is of a winning team or friends sharing a Sunday afternoon barbeque. The net is being cast wide and entrants’ imagination is the limit – the competition is open to those who find inspiration in the world around them and can capture this through the compelling medium of photography.
“We have seen an incredible range and quality of images thanks to the Getty Images Flickrcollection, which illustrates life as it is being lived – real moments captured by everyday people” said Stuart Hannagan, vice president, editorial imagery, Getty Images. “With the launch of Grab NZ, I am looking forward to seeing the true to life New Zealand contributions that will be unearthed and added to this popular collection. The competition is a fantastic way to support and nurture local talent, and share compelling imagery that captures the very essence of life in this country.”
Getty Images have announced their partnership with Canon, who have come on board to help support the competition in New Zealand this year.
Rochelle Mora, brand manager, imaging at Canon New Zealand explains” “We are really looking forward to being involved with the 2012 Grab competition and to help inspire and encourage the creative talent we have here in New Zealand. The competition is a fun opportunity for enthusiasts to capture some of our unique New Zealand culture, challenge their photography and have the chance to win some great prizes.”
The winner will walk away with a Canon EOS 7D 18-135IS (rrp $2,999.95).
In addition, the runner up will receive a Canon 600D 18-55IS & 55-250IS (rrp $1,649) and for the recipient of the People’s Choice Award, the Canon PowerShot G12 (rrp $849).
The People’s Choice Award hands the decision-making over to the public, who will be invited to vote for their favourite image, via the Getty Images New Zealand Facebook page, from 7 – 21 June 2012.
Winners will be announced on 21 June 2012. All entries will be eligible for the major prize and inclusion in a public exhibition to be held in Auckland.
All submissions will be reviewed by Getty Images and in addition to the major prize pool, participants will have the opportunity to be invited to become Getty Images’ contributors, as part of the Flickr Collection.
Entries will be judged by a panel of dynamic photographers and industry leaders, with expertise spanning the fields of sport, entertainment, advertising and beyond. The panel includes:
Tony Bradbourne, Creative Director, Special Group
Hannah Johnston, Photographer, Getty Images NZ
Norrie Montgomery, Freelance Photographer
Rochelle Mora , Brand Manager – Imaging, Canon New Zealand