| Copyright | The organiser reserves the worldwide, non-exclusive royalty-free right and license for copyright to reproduce the entries in relation to Dog Photographer of The Year merchandise and advertising. |
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| Eligibility | Open to everyone – national and international entries all welcomed. |
| Finish | 31 August 2010 |
| Entry fee | £3.50 (free for entrants aged 16 and under and category called 'I love dogs') |
FinishedPrizes:
- The winning photograph will be put on display at London’s Leading Canine Event, Discover Dogs in November 2010 at Earls Court.
- The winning image will also be reproduced on the front cover of the special Photography Competition edition of the Kennel Club’s flagship publication, The Kennel Gazette and the winner from each category will be presented with a framed print of their photograph.
- The winner of the 16 and Under category will win a day out with the professional dog photographer Marc Henrie, a one year membership of the Young Kennel Club and a digital camera in addition to the framed print.
Categories:
- Dogs at Work
- Dogs at Play
- Dog Portrait
- Man’s Best Friend
Adult entry details: Up to four images can be entered per person. Only one photograph may be entered in each category and the same photograph can not be entered in more than one category.
There is also a special category for entrants aged 16 and under called ‘I love dogs’. Entry into this category is free. Only one photograph may be entered in this category.
Entries must be submitted either as mounted transparencies, prints or as digital files. Digital images must be in 300dpi resolution and be a minimum of 5 by 7 inches.
Official web site: http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/dogphotocompetition
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