I have very recently began an association with a terrific organization called Statement Arts. This is a nonprofit group that primarily works with at risk and under-served youth. Currently we are producing an exciting, arts-based environmental awareness and education program that will use photography to both celebrate and document the journey of WATER.
The project is called 'A Single Drop of Water' and its goal is to raise awareness about the importance of this precious resource, water, and its scarcity in many communities.
An international photography contest has just been launched and the purpose is two fold. Firstly, the contest will be used to gather images for the curriculum, and secondly, the revenue generated from the entry fees will be used for future programming at Statement Arts.
Prize money will be given ($1,500 for the Grand Prize, $500 for category winners) and Calumet Photo (www.calumetphoto.com) has generously offered to donate a few cameras for the winners of our "Under 25" and "Peoples' Choice" categories. Winning entries will also be exhibited in New York City in Spring 2011 to coincide with World Water Day (March 22).
The competition is open to ANYONE (even if you're a friend). And the fee to enter is only $25, a small amount that will go toward a great organization.
SUBMIT A PHOTO --- TELL A FRIEND!! Follow this link for more information: A Single Drop of Water
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