| Copyright | You grant GNM and Sony a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide licence to republish any image(s) you submit to GNM in any format, including without limitation print and electronic format for the purposes of any promotional activity conducted by Sony in relation to this Competition (including without limitation by way of exhibition of submitted images whether before or after the Competition) and for referring to and using any image(s) you submit in any document or literature (in any media) for historical and descriptive purposes. |
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| Eligibility | UK citizens only |
| Finish | 4 January 2008 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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Unseen Britain was started by Sony to capture Britain like never before. Landmarks across the country are photographed in the same old way time and time again. We want to see a different side to this amazing country.Now, with your feet firmly planted on the ground we want you to capture your Unseen Britain and share the shots with us.
Your images can be taken from unexpected angles, new interpretations of familiar scenes, or something completely unexpected.
The most inspired entry will win a full Sony ?700 Digital SLR camera kit including body and DT 16-105mm lens, all worth approx £1300.
How to enter: Complete the online form here and upload your image. Images must be a maximum file size of 200KB. Images must be JPG, PNG or GIF. Bitmaps will not be accepted. Please act responsibly and legally when taking your image and take care not to put yourself or anyone else in danger.
Official web site: www.guardian.co.uk/sonyunseenbritain
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