| The North Shore Photographic Society hosts this competition every year.
This competition is open to clubs and individuals in B.C. and the Yukon. Club members who are not resident in B.C. ARE eligible if they are current members in VCC. The sponsoring Club hires judges from outside of the eligible jurisdictions. The results will be shown in an on-line show March 7th, 2026. The evening program begins at 7:00 p.m. In addition to revealing the scores of entries, selected images will be discussed by the judges. This is a fun event. There is an attendance fee of $10.00, but if you enter as an Individual (and pay a $20 entry fee) you can attend at no additional expense.
Clubs must enter 6 images from 6 different photographers. Clubs must enter their images by January 12th, 2026. You must submit your entries to the VCC no later than December 12th, 2025, in order to give the External Competition Committee time to select the VCC entries. Your Club pays the fees for Club entries.
Individuals may enter this competition. To enter, one must either live in BC or the Yukon, OR be a member of a Club in BC or the Yukon, so all VCC members may enter. Visit their web page for details. Individual entries are due to NCPC no later than 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time January 18, 2026. Individuals must not submit images selected to be submitted by their Club.
Definition
It is an open competition, with all subjects eligible, except that images with "disturbing, or explicit adult content" may be disqualified at the sole discretion of the Challenge organisers. and digital manipulation allowed. (See the AI restrictions in "Editing" below.)
Editing
As an “open” competition, in-camera and post-capture manipulation is allowed, EXCEPT images using AI generated elements not captured by the photographer, AI aided element removal, and generated out-painting beyond the original boundaries, are not permitted. Photoshop (and similar applications) using generative features such as Firefly Generative Fill and AI Expand cannot be included in images submitted. All images will be examined for compliance, and if questioned, RAW images MUST be provided within 48 hours of being requested.
Judging
Judges will use the CAPA 10 point judging system, with 3 judges' scores for every image. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place medals will be awarded in both the Club and Individual sections. Medal winners will also win free entry to North Shore Photographic Society guest speakers for the remainder of their 2025-26 season. There will also be a "Best in Show" Certificate award and speakers benefits aforementioned.
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