| Copyright | All entries (unless otherwise indicated) will be considered copyright-free and be made available for download and use on OperationSakura.org |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers worldwide. |
| Finish | 31 May 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedTheme: “Let Hope Blossom!”
It is hoped that your photograph will encourage Japanese tea lovers as they rebuild their lives after the disaster.
We are looking for photographs that represent themes such as “new beginning”, “spring”, “hope”, “recovery”, “rebuilding”, “cooperation”, “lending a helping hand”, etc.
Prizes:
- Weekly prizes: One entry will be chosen each week to receive a free bag of Sakura Tea (US$7.99)
- Grand Prizes: Three entries will be chosen in June to receive their choice of any 3 individual teas listed on ObubuTea.com up to a maximum of US$100.
There is no limit in the number of images you may submit. Image file size should be from 300KB to 1MB. Online submission only. Judging criteria will be based on artistic merit.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.obubutea.com/news/let-hope-blossom-contest/
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