Dear Friends & Supporters,
Marine Park Alliance is thrilled to announce our Spring Photo Contest—a chance for all photographers, from seasoned professionals to passionate hobbyists, to showcase their unique perspectives of Marine Park. Capture the unique beauty of our park and community for your chance to win amazing prizes and have your photo displayed in the park. Whether you’re snapping photos of the park’s stunning wildlife, vibrant community events, serene landscapes, or active recreation, we want to see what you love most about this extraordinary open space.
How to Participate: To enter, simply send your photos to us via this WeTransfer link. Photos must be high resolution (i.e., 1920p with 300 DPI). To be considered, you must submit your name and a very brief description of your photo (e.g., where and when it was taken). Photos do not need to be taken during the contest, and may be photos you have taken in the past. Please limit photos to four submissions per person. For any questions, please email reachus@marineparkalliance.org with the subject line: Marine Park Photo Contest.
Themes: We are seeking photos that cover multiple themes, including nature, recreation, seasons, and community. Snap a shot of the park’s wildlife in action or send us photos that showcase people enjoying outdoor activities, sports, and relaxation. Celebrate the people who make Marine Park a special year-round destination, from visitors to local events. We love seeing joyful moments—let your photo bring a smile to our fans!
Prize Details: Winning photos will have the chance to be featured in our newsletter, social media, and website, with full credit to the photographer. Additional prizes for the top selections include an MPA tote bag filled with Marine Park goodies. One lucky winner will score two free tickets to our upcoming spring gala.
Selection Criteria: Our judges will select winning photos based on the following:
- Creativity: Unique perspectives and interesting compositions.
- Quality: Clear, high-resolution images with good lighting.
- Relevance: Strong connection to the themes of nature, recreation, seasons, or community.
- Smiles: Extra points for capturing joyful, candid moments!
Photo Use: By entering the contest, you grant the Marine Park Alliance and NYC Parks permission to use your photos on their websites, social media, promotional materials, and other publications. You will always be credited as the photographer. Please ensure that your photo is your own original work and that you have permission to share any people or private property depicted.
Deadline: All submissions must be received by April 30th. Winners will be announced in our June newsletter.
We can’t wait to see your photos and celebrate the beauty of Marine Park through your eyes!