| Copyright | All photographs submitted as entries become the property of the Sponsor. |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to amateur photographers from the USA. |
| Finish | 17 June 2011 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Categories:
- People – images of friends, family and other folks noshing on their favorite dogs
- Places – images of hot dog restaurants old and new and/or photos of hot dog eating in unique locations
- Hot Dog Art – images of creative creatures, scenes, etc.— inspired by and featuring the hot dog
Prizes:
- Grand prize winner in each category will receive a $250 gift card to the grocery store of their choosing
- Runner-up in each category will receive a $100 gift card to the grocery store of their choosing
Winners will be annouced by 30 June 2011.
Submit up to three photographs to [email protected] Image requirements: JPG format at 200 dpi resolution.
Judging criteria:
- creativity
- artistry
- quality of composition
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.hot-dog.org/ht/d/sp/i/69465/pid/69465
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